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Cub Cadet Big Country 431D Operator's Manual

Cub Cadet Big Country 431D Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual
4x2 Utility Vehicle
Model 431D
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department.
CUB CADET LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
769-00680E.fm
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO.
(11/04)

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  • Page 1 Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department. CUB CADET LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 769-00680E.fm PRINTED IN U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Customer Dealer Referral Line or an authorized service dealer. Copy the model number here: Copy the serial number here: CUB CADET LLC P. O. BOX 361131 www.cubcadet.com CLEVELAND, OH 44136...

  • Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices

    SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate or service this vehicle. When you see this symbol - heed its warning.

  • Page 4: Slope Operation

    Children 25. Do not start or operate vehicle in an inside area, unless it is adequately ventilated. Engine exhaust 1. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not contains carbon monoxide fumes, which are very alert to the presence of children. Children are often poisonous and can be deadly.
  • Page 5 3. Do not operate vehicle with cargo box in raised c. When practical, remove gas-powered position. equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel 4. Do not operate vehicle with cargo box latch it on the ground. If this is not possible, then unlatched.
  • Page 6 WARNING WARNING CARGO BOX LOAD CAPACITY: MAX 800 Lb. CARGO BOX AVOID INJURY WHEN • Spread load evenly. Secure load to prevent movement. • Go slow. Avoid sudden starts and stops which could LATCH USING CARGO BOX LIFT cause load to shift. •...

  • Page 7: Know Your Utility Vehicle

    SECTION 2: KNOW YOUR UTILITY VEHICLE NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the utility vehicle is observed from the operating position. PULL DIFF. LOCK PUSH Figure 1 Brake Pedal Read this operator’s manual, safety labels, and operating instructions on the vehicle before operating. The brake pedal is located on the left side of the floor Compare the illustrations in this manual with your unit beneath the dash panel.

  • Page 8: Light Switch

    12V Power Outlet • To engage the parking brake, push brake pedal down firmly, pull out on the parking brake latch, and The 12V power outlet is located on the right side of the release foot from brake pedal. Brake pedal will stay dash panel.

  • Page 9: Hour Meter

    Gear Lights Gearshift Switches The gear lights are located in the center and at the top NOTE: The gearshift switches are located in the middle of the warning light cluster. See Figure 6. Once a gear of the dash to the right of the steering column. When is selected, the instrument panel will illuminate a gear pushing the appropriate switch for forward, neutral, or light or a combination of gear lights.

  • Page 10: Operating Your Utility Vehicle

    WARNING: Make sure seat is in locked WARNING: Do not exceed the vehicle’s position prior to operation and do not try to Total Load Capacity of 1,200 lb., which adjust the seat position while operating the includes driver, passenger, accessories, and vehicle.
  • Page 11 Starting Engine when the left and right side wheels are turning at slightly different speeds. See Figure 7. • Sit in the operator’s seat and place key switch in WARNING: To avoid transaxle damage, STOP position. injury, or turf damage, go slow when •...
  • Page 12 NOTE: A ratcheting noise will indicate cargo box is at • Reduce load and ground speed when operating full extension. The same noise will also be heard when over rough or hilly terrain. DO NOT overload cargo box is at the full down position. If lift capacity of vehicle.

  • Page 13: Servicing Your Utility Vehicle

    SECTION 4: SERVICING YOUR UTILITY VEHICLE Lubrication Clean Battery and Terminals • Remove battery from vehicle. Always remove Front Axle Lubrication negative cable first when disconnecting. • Lubricate one grease fitting on each axle with 2 or 3 • Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of shots of grease every 50 hours.

  • Page 14: Tire Pressure

    If the vehicle has not been put into use for an extended The recommended operating tire pressure is approxi- period of time, charge the battery with an automotive mately 5-7 psi for all tires. Overinflating above type 12-volt charger for a minimum of one hour at six recommended tire pressure can reduce the life of the amps.

  • Page 15: Adjusting Brake

    Changing Transaxle Oil • Install new belt by routing over drive pulley (front pulley) and then over the drive clutch pulley (rear pulley). Oil Cap Drain Plug Clutch Pulley Drive Pulley (Rear) Figure 18 (Front) WARNING: The fluid for your transmission Figure 19 has been specially formulated to ensure the safe and proper operation of your vehicle.
  • Page 16 Cleaning If gear selector buttons fail to work after IMPORTANT: making brake adjustment, adjust brake switch actuator The body panels are scratch and impact resistant upwards. If it is found that the gear selector buttons automotive quality ABS plastic. The use of standard car operate before the vehicle comes to a complete stop, wash soap and non-abrasive car wax is acceptable for adjust brake switch actuator downwards.

  • Page 17: Service Chart

    Storage • Add a small quantity of fresh stabilized fuel to tank. Run engine until it runs out of fuel. This will circulate • Stop the vehicle on a level surface and apply fuel mixture through engine. parking brake. If planning to store vehicle with fuel in the tank: •...

  • Page 18: Accessories

    If they are not equipped, they 72” Snow Blade (Requires 115 Bracket) 39A-109-100 may be ordered through your local Cub Cadet service 225 Lb. Spreader (Requires 130 Bracket) 39A-110-100 dealer. Cart (20 Cubic Ft.) (Requires 103 Hitch) 39A-112-100 Rubber Scraper For 72”...

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    Engine operated too long at slow engine speed. NOTE: For repairs beyond minor adjustments or corrections, contact your nearest Cub Cadet service dealer or call 1-877-282-8684. If you would like to order a Service Manual, please call the Publications Department at 800-800-...
  • Page 20 ELECTRONIC SHIFT MODULE – FAULT CODE LIST If your unit does not shift properly, the ESM will let you know there is a problem using the following table of fault codes. Once you select a gear, the instrument panel will illuminate a gear light, or a combination of gear lights.
  • Page 21 FAULT CODES DEFINED Code 1: “REVERSE” and “NEUTRAL” lights flash Action A - Vehicle is in “FORWARD” and operator attempts a shift to “NEUTRAL” • This lets the operator know the vehicle was supposed to go to neutral, but probably ended up in reverse. The vacuum actuator probably shifted the transmission into reverse because the signal to stop at neutral was not present.
  • Page 22 NOTES...

  • Page 23: Commercial Warranty

    CUB CADET CORPORATION MANUFACTURER’S ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY (COMMERCIAL USE) The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADET CUB CADET does not extend any warranty for LLC (“CUB CADET”) with respect to new merchandise products sold or exported outside of the United...

  • Page 24: Residential Warranty

    MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: (RESIDENTIAL USE) The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet possessions and territories, except those sold through LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Cub Cadet’s authorized channels of export the United States, its possessions and territories.

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