Cub Cadet 3000 Series Service Manual page 85

30. Remove the differential lock assembly and
inspect for wear or damage. See Figure 22.
Hex Cap Screw
Actuator Arm
Bellville Washer
Differential Actuator Shaft
Figure 22
31. Remove the input pinion and bearing from the
housing using a soft mallet. See Figure 23.
Input
Pinion
Bearing
Figure 23
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32.
Shim Washers
Flat Washer
33.
34.
15A- 9
Slowly remove the output shaft, 54T bevel gear
and differential assembly together. See Figure
24.
54T Bevel Gear
Output shaft
Differential
Assembly
Figure 24
NOTE: Make certain the 54T bevel gear does
not drop to the bottom of the transmission hous-
ing.
Remove the flat washer from the left axle.
Place the differential assembly in a vice (horizon-
tally) and break all hex bolts free using a 9/16"
socket. See Figure 25.
Hex Bolts
Figure 25
NOTE: Only use a vice with soft-jaws.
Soft
Jawed
Vice