Cub Cadet Challenger 500, Service Manual

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Chassis
5 ‐ 7
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Up and down movement

In and out movement
For bearing fitment check for excessive
play up and down or in and out.
Check the splines on both ends of the
shaft for wear or damage.
Check the welds on the steering column
tube for cracks or corrosion.
Disassembling the steering shaft
assembly.
1. Checking and servicing the
Universal joints on the steering
shaft.

Bearing (1)

Circlip (2)

Oil seal (3)

Cross axis (4)
Inspect for smooth operation.
Replace any parts with wear or damage.
2. Inspect the steering knuckle

Steering joint (1)

Turn direction
Check for smooth operation.
3. Inspect the dust boots

Pressure pad (1)

Dust boots (2)
Look for wear or damage.
When replacing the dust boots fill halfway
with Lithium grease.
4. Inspect the tie rod ends

Tie rod end (1)

Turning (2)

Coupling (3)