MTD LT-5 Service Manual page 12

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7.3. Using a spring puller or length of starter cord,
remove the large spring attached between the
variable speed idler arm and the rear of the trac-
tor frame. See Figure 26.
Figure 26
CAUTION: This is a very strong spring. Be care-
ful when removing and installing it.
7.4. Remove the small tension spring attached
between the long bolt extending up from the
frame and the transmission idler pulley. See Fig-
ure 27.
Figure 27
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7.5. Using a 7/8" socket and extension, remove the
nut securing the transmission pulley to the trans-
mission. See Figure 28.
Transmission Pulley
Figure 28
NOTE: Place a phillips screwdriver through the
hole in the pulley as a stop to ease removal of
the pulley nut.
7.6. Lift the pulley off the transmission and remove
the belt from around the pulley. See Figure 29.
Figure 29
7.7. Remove the drive belt up and over the variable
speed pulley. Replace in the reverse order of
disassembly.
NOTE: Replace both the upper and lower drive
belt as a set. See the LOWER DRIVE BELT
REMOVAL Section.
Transmission Pulley