6. Remove two 1/2 inch and two 3/8 inch cap screws that
retain the hydraulic manifold to the hydrostatic motor.
7. Tie up the rear of the manifold so it is held clear of the
motor pad.
Fig. 5-26 Hydraulic Manifold
8. Remove dipstick and tube assembly from transaxle and
install a 1/2 inch pipe plug to keep out dirt.
9. Place a floor jack under transaxle assembly to support it
for remaining bolt removal.
10. Remove four front butt plate-to·case bolts.
11. Remove four top frame plate to transaxle bolts.
Fig. 5-27 Transaxle Top Bolts
12. Lower the transaxle. keeping it aligned between the butt
plate and the frame angles to prevent binding.
5-9
SECTION 5
Fig. 5-28 Lowering Transaxle
Fig. 5-29 Transaxle Removed
Transaxle Installation
1. Install new seal rings on the motor manifold mountingl
pad. The two large high pressure ports each require am
"0"
ring with a square section backup ring centered om
top of each
"0"
ring.
2. Apply a small amount of grease in the recesses and om
the rings to hold them in place.