Transmission Overhaul
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15.
Remove the four hex flange screws holding the rear
transmission cover to the transmission housing,
using a 1/2” wrench. See Figure 6.6.
16.
Wedge a sharp 5-in-1 painters tool or putty knife in
between the cover and the transmission housing.
17.
Pry the cover off.
18.
Clean the gasket from the rear transmission housing
and cover.
NOTE:
The rear cover does not have a fill plug.
19.
Remove the tine shaft oil seals from the transmission
housing . See Figure 6.7.
20.
Remove the snap rings that secure the tine shaft
bearings, using a pair of snap ring pliers.
See Figure 6.8.
21.
Push the tine shaft to the right, forcing the right tine
shaft bearing out of the transmission housing.
NOTE:
The bearing is a slip fit. If it is stuck, use a block of
wood and a large hammer.
NOTE:
The washer will be damaged by the Hi-Pro key.
22.
Remove the bearing and washer from the right side
of the tine shaft.
23.
Slide the tine shaft back into the housing until the Hi-
Pro key contacts the tine shaft worm gear.
24.
Rotate the tine shaft until the Hi-Pro key slides into
the worm gear keyway.
Figure 6.6
Rear transmission cover
Figure 6.7
Thexton seal removal tool
Figure 6.8
Snap ring
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