Cub Cadet Series 3000, Service Manual

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Cub Cadet 3000
Cub Cadet 3000 Series Char-Lynn 2 Series
Steering Control
Figure 1.
The following information may be used in the inspec-
tion and repair of Eaton’s Char-Lynn 2 series steering
control units.
Tools required for disassembly and reassembly: 10
mm socket, 7/8 in. socket, ratchet wrench, torque
wrench (160 lb. in. capacity)
Tool List
• 10 mm Socket
• 7/8 in Socket
• Torque Wrench (160 lb-in Capacity)
• Small Blade Screwdriver
The following disassembly procedures may be used
to disassemble the 2 series steering control. The con-
figuration of your steering control may vary from the
pictures shown in this program. The configuration of
each control is determined by model. Different models
may incorporate different component parts and/or
assemblies. These differences may be the width of
the gerotor assembly, spool/sleeve assembly, hous-
ing configuration and etc.
When ordering replacement parts, give the product
number and date code. The product and date code is
noted on the serial number tag, which is located on
the side of the valve housing.
It is recommended that the steering control be thor-
oughly cleaned before any repairs are attempted.
When cleaning, be sure all open ports are sealed.
Figure 2.
To disassemble the steering control, first support the
control in a vertical position with the metering (gero-
tor) section end up. Using a 10 mm socket wrench,
remove the metering section end cap retaining cap
screws.
NOTE: When using a bench vise to support the con-
trol, caution must be used not to use excessive
clamping pressure on the control housing that could
cause housing distortion.
Figure 3.
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