Cub Cadet Z-Force S Series - Manual (Page 71)

Steering
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NOTE: If used, remove the wooden block first.
20. Lower the gearbox cover straight down over the
input shaft.
NOTE: Removal of the screw and spacer on the right
speed cam assembly may help.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT force or hammer the cover over
the input shaft. That will cause the input shaft to
damage the internal cam. If the fit is tight, clean the
shaft with emory cloth and try again.
NOTE: The cover will not sit flush with the bottom housing.
21. Using a putty knife or something similar, compress
the spring into the wear block while gently pressing
down on the cover. See Figure 6.63.
22. While holding the cover in place, test the rack for full
range of travel in both directions.
22a. Turn the input shaft until the steering rack has
moved all the way to the left. The right shoulder
should be flush with the housing.
22b. Turn the input shaft until the steering rack has
moved all the way to the right. The left shoulder
should be flush with the housing.
23. Install the six perimeter screws using a 3/8” wrench.
See Figure 6.64.
Figure 6.62
The cover does not
sit flush with the bottom
Figure 6.63
Putty knife
Figure 6.64
Perimeter screws