Steering Shaft Replacement - MTD 700 Series Professional Shop Manual

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Steering Shaft Replacement

Steering shaft end cap
Steering shaft screw
Steering Shaft
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Steering shaft support
hex screws
Figure 3.12
Figure 3.13
Hex Bushing
Figure 3.14
1. Remove the steering wheel cap using a screwdriver
2. Remove the hex bolt and bell washer that holds the
steering wheel to the steering shaft using a 1/2"
wrench. Remove the steering wheel
3. Raise the hood and cut the plastic tie securing the
fuel tank to the dash panel. Move the tank slightly to
gain access to the hex screws that fastens the steer-
ing shaft support to the dash panel.
4. From under the dash remove the three hex screws
and remove the steering shaft support.
See Figure 3.12.
5. From underneath the rider use a #4 phillips driver to
remove the screw and cap that fastens the steering
shaft to the frame of the tractor. See Figure 3.13.
NOTE: This screw is typically installed with Loctite. The
preferred method of removal is with an impact
screwdriver.
6. Raise the steering shaft slightly to allow removal of
the hex bushing that centers it in the frame.
See Figure 3.14.
NOTE: The root cause of many steering shaft failures is a
worn bushing. Replace this bushing if it shows any
sign of wear.
7. Remove the steering shaft from the rider. If the pinion
gear teeth are worn or damaged, replace the shaft.
8. Assemble the new steering shaft in the reverse order
of disassembly.
Steering and Front Axle
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