Toro Groundsmaster 328-D, Service Manual

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43. Remove the upper cover plate (four plates bonded
together) (Fig. 56). Inspect the upper cover plate. You
should notice some polishing due to the action of the
seal. The plate should be free of brinelling (dents) or
spalling (flaking). If it is damaged, the upper cover plate
must be replaced.
Figure 56
44. Slide the seal from the jacket tube (Fig. 57). If the
seal is worn or damaged, it must be replaced.
Figure 57
45. Remove the input shaft and snap ring, sliding it out
of the upper cover end of the assembly (Fig. 58).
46. Inspect the input shaft serrations, threads and flats
for grooves, wear, or damage.
Figure 58
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