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Introduction

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Thank you for purchasing a Cub Cadet Utility Vehicle.  It was carefully engineered 

to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. 
Please read this entire manual prior to operating the vehicle.  It instructs you how 

to safely and easily set up, operate and maintain your vehicle.  Please be sure 

that you, and any other persons who will operate the vehicle, carefully follow 

the recommended safety practices at all times.  Failure to do so could result in 

personal injury or property damage. 
All information in this manual is relative to the most recent product information 

available at the time of printing.  Review this manual frequently to familiarize 

yourself with the vehicle, its features and operation.  Please be aware that this 

Operator’s Manual may cover a range of product specifications for various 

models. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated in this manual 

may not be applicable to all models. We reserve the right to change product 

specifications, designs and equipment without notice and without incurring 

obligation.

If applicable, the power testing information used to establish the power rating of 

the engine equipped on this vehicle can be found at www.opei.org or the engine 

manufacturer’s web site. 
If you have any problems or questions concerning the vehicle, phone your 

local Cub Cadet dealer or contact us directly.  Cub Cadet’s Customer Support 

telephone numbers, website address and mailing address can be found on this 

page. We want to ensure your complete satisfaction at all times.

Throughout this manual, all references to 

right

 and 

left

 side of the machine  are 

observed from the operating position.

Thank You

Product Registration and Customer Support

 

Please do NOT return the machine to the retailer or dealer without first contacting the Customer Support Department

Please register your product on our website, www.cubcadet.com.

If you have difficulty assembling this product, have questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of this machine, want to order 

replacement parts/attachments/accessories, or want to view an online How-To video; you can seek help from the experts. Have your full model number 
and serial number ready. Choose from the options below:

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Web

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www.cubcadet.com/equipment/cubcadet/service-and-parts

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Phone:  

(800) 965-4CUB

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Mail:

 Cub Cadet LLC • P.O. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019

Record Product Information

Before setting up and operating your new vehicle, please locate 

the model plate on the vehicle and record the information in the 

provided area to the right. You can locate the model plate under 

the operator’s seat. Flip the seat forward to view the model plate. 

This information will be necessary, should you seek technical 

support via our web site or with your local Cub Cadet dealer.

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Summary of Contents for Challenger 4x4

Page 1: ...N PERSONAL INJURY Operator s Manual Form No 769 12553 November 2 2017 NOTE This Operator s Manual co vers several models Features may vary by model Not all features in this manual are applicable to al...

Page 2: ...ehicle phone your local Cub Cadet dealer or contact us directly Cub Cadet s Customer Support telephone numbers website address and mailing address can be found on this page We want to ensure your comp...

Page 3: ...position and remove key 21 Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under low hanging tree branches wires power lines bridges before entering or leaving buildings or in any other situation...

Page 4: ...lift units unload cargo box before raising cargo box 3 Do not operate vehicle with cargo box in raised position 4 Do not operate vehicle with cargo box latch unlatched Always re latch upon manually lo...

Page 5: ...intenance and Service schedules 10 Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas oil etc to protect the environment 11 Prior to disposal determine the proper method to dispose of waste from you...

Page 6: ...Do not place gas container in cargo box when fueling WARNING RIDERS MUST BE IN SEATS No riders in cargo box or anywhere other than seats MAX 15 WARNING SLOPES Do not operate on slopes greater than 15...

Page 7: ...instrument cluster To display the hour meter press the mode button switch to change the display from distance driven to time of use It records the elapsed time when the key is in the RUN position See...

Page 8: ...ly depressed when moving the shift lever One of the four gear positions will be displayed in the instrument cluster See Figure 3 2 IMPORTANT Never force the shift lever or attempt to shift while in mo...

Page 9: ...at belt to fit comfortably around your lap then buckle the seat belt WARNING Do not operate the vehicle without the OPS in place and the seat belt fastened securely around your waist and chest 3 Start...

Page 10: ...away from ramps while loading Due to the overall size and dimensions loading a utility vehicle into a truck or onto a trailer is a task that requires precision and the proper equipment to be achieved...

Page 11: ...e ramp fingers or plate edges on the edge of the trailer or truck bed See Figure 3 11 Figure 3 11 5 Use tie down straps or cables to secure the ramps to the trailer or truck via the bumper steel bumpe...

Page 12: ...ing above recommended tire pressure can reduce the life of the tire Check tire pressures before each use Seat Belts Check proper function before each use Replace seat belt assembly if any damage is fo...

Page 13: ...ance free Acid levels cannot be checked and fluid can not be added WARNING CALIFORNIAPROPOSITION65WARNING Batteryposts terminals andrelatedaccessoriescontainleadandleadcompounds chemicalsknowntotheSta...

Page 14: ...ug nuts and the wheel To change the brake pads follow the steps below Removing Brake Pads 1 Remove mounting bolts securing caliper and brake pads to steering knuckle See Figure 4 11 Mounting Bolts Fig...

Page 15: ...starting in neutral 2 Engine is difficult to start Engine is cold Choke not being used or adjusted properly Plugged fuel filter Carburetor not adjusted properly or dirty Engine oil viscosity too heavy...

Page 16: ...Faulty alternator or loose alternator belt Damaged wiring harness 17 Vehicle will not move Shift Lever still in Neutral Shift Lever still in PARK Broken or cut drive belt Safely check to see if the ve...

Page 17: ...r Port 12V Dash Mounted Front Bumper Standard LED Headlights Standard Rear LED Brake Lights Standard Adjustable Driver s Seat Standard Dimensions Length Width 99 5 x 49 2 Tread Center F 41 4 R 40 8 He...

Page 18: ...period of two years The warranty period begins on the date the outdoor equipment is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or first placed into service Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as sta...

Page 19: ...cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part That notwithstanding any adjustment of a component that has a factory installed and properly operating adjustment limiting device is still elig...

Page 20: ...site at www mtdcanada com This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases a The engine or component parts thereof These items may carry a separate manufacturer s warranty Refer...

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