Cub Cadet Series 3000 User manual

SERIES 3000
SERVICE MANUAL
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Series 3000 Technical Handbook
Table of Contents
Section
Pre-Delivery Check List and Service Specifications 1999 ................................................................................1
Engineering Updates 1999................................................................................................................................2
Fender Removal and Reinstallation ..................................................................................................................3
Hydraulic Step by Step Flow Charts .................................................................................................................4
Power Steering Cylinder Removal and Replacement .......................................................................................5
Power Steering Pump Disassemble, Inspect and Reassemble ........................................................................6
Center Lift Cylinder Removal and Replacement ...............................................................................................7
Pump Adapter Removal and Replacement.......................................................................................................8
BDU-21L-500 Pressure Test Procedure ...........................................................................................................9
Hydraulic Steering Pump Removal and Replacement ....................................................................................10
Hydraulic Valve Removal and Replacement...................................................................................................11
Engine Removal and Replacement.................................................................................................................12
Transmission Removal and Installation ..........................................................................................................13
Transmission Inspection and Disassembly .....................................................................................................14
Transmission Reassembly (Cast Iron Transmission Addendum)...................................................................15
Neutral Control Adjustment .............................................................................................................................16
3000 Series Electrical .....................................................................................................................................17
BDU-21L Transmission ...................................................................................................................................18
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3000 Series Pre-Delivery Check List
CUSTOMER NAME_____________________________________ MODEL NUMBER_________________________
CUSTOMER ADDRESS__________________________________ SERIAL NUMBER_________________________
CITY_______________________ STATE______ ZIP__________ TECHNICIAN ____________________________
ENGINE INFORMATION TRANSMISSION INFORMATION
Engine Make __________________ Transmission make __________________
Model No. __________________ Model No. __________________
Serial No. __________________ Serial No. __________________
Spec No. __________________
CUSTOMER SIGNATURE_________________________________________________ DATE__________________
Operator’s Manual Complete?
❑Owners Manual
❑Attachment Guide
❑Merchandising Catalog
Battery and connections
❑Remove battery and fill to proper level
❑Allow battery to stand for 30 minutes
❑Charge at 4 AMPS max. to 1.265 specific gravity
Tire Pressure
❑Front
❑Rear
*Refer to owners manual for proper PSI
Check all lights and indicators
❑Headlights, Tail and Backup lights
❑Low oil light
❑Hour meter
Lubrication
❑Transmission oil level
❑Engine oil level
*Check tractor owners manual for type and grade
Air cleaner and connections
❑Remove air cleaner cover to verify air cleaner is
installed
❑Insure retaining bolt seal is installed
❑Insure proper installation of breather hose
❑Proper operation of throttle and choke cables
Steering
❑Check for 1/8 to 1/4 inch toe in.
❑Insure equal travel right and left
❑Check steering wheel tilt
Hydrostatic / Gear drive and brakes
❑Check brakes
❑Check for neutral when brake pedal is depressed
❑Check for neutral when forward and reverse
pedals are released
❑Check cruise control
Grease pivot points
❑Front axle pivot bar
❑Each steering knuckle
❑Each front wheel
❑Steering housing
❑All grease points on mower deck
*Refer to specific mower owners manual
Install attachments mower / snow blower etc.
❑Check PTO
❑Inspect linkage
❑Deck level adjustment
Safety operations
❑Check no cut in reverse
❑Check engine shutdown with PTO engaged and
seat empty
❑Check engine shutdown with empty seat and
parking brake not engaged
Check engine speeds / Controls
❑Low idle - 1200 RPM
❑High idle - 3600 RPM
Final inspection
❑Overall appearance
❑Clean and polish
Hydraulics
❑Check lift valve
❑Check lift cylinder
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1999 Specifications
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Cub Cadet 1999 Specifications
SERIES 3000 TRACTORS
Features and General Specifications:
• Hydrostatic Drive w/Cruise Control • Cast Iron Front Axle
• Shaft Drive Transmission • 4.5 Gallon Fuel Tank
• Shaft Drive Deck and Front Attachments • E-Vac PTO System
• Power Steering • Tilt Steering Wheel
• Hydraulic Lift • Differential Lock (3205, 3225)
• Welded Full Length Twin Channel, 9 gauge • Speed:
Steel Frame – 0-7 MPH Forward
• Deck Height Indicator – 0-4 MPH Reverse
• Halogen Headlights • Tires:
• Taillights w/Reverse Lights – 16" x 7.5" Front
• 27" Turning Radius – 24" x 10.5" Rear
Model Factory No. Series 3000
3165 14A-654-100 16.0 HP B&S Twin Vanguard OHV, Hydro, Power Steering, Power Lift
3185* 14A-665-100 18.0 HP B&S Twin Vanguard, Hydro, Power Steering, Power LIft
3186 14A-668-100 18.0 HP Kohler V-Twin OHV, Hydro, Power Steering, Power Lift
3205 14A-685-100 20.0 HP Liquid Cooled V-Twin Kawasaki OHV, Power Steering, Power Lift,
Differential Lock
3225 14A-688-100 22.0 HP V-Twin Kohler OHV, Power Steering, Power Lift, Differential Lock
*Limited Quantities Available
Model Factory No. Attachments and Accessories
345 190-345-100 Fan Assist Bagger for 48"/54" Deck
289 190-289-100 48" Deck, Shaft Driven
290 190-290-100 54" Deck, Shaft Driven
291 190-291-100 60" Deck, Shaft Driven (3205 & 3225 only)
343 190-343-100 Hydraulic Front Hitch System
352 190-352-100 54" Front Mounted Snow Blade (Requires 343; Optional 288 or 171)
353 190-353-100 45" Snow Thrower, Shaft Driven (Req. 343)
299 190-299-100 Ag Tires/Rims 23" x 8.5"
249 190-249-100 Ag Tires/Rims 23" x 10.5"
366 190-366-100 Rear Turf Tires/Rims 24" x 10.5"
365 190-365-100 Hydraulic 3 Pt. Hitch, Category “O”
924 190-924-100 ‘A’ Frame Hitch Adapter, Converts Sleeve Hitch Attachments To Cat. “O”
3-Pt. Hitch
163 190-163-100 42"' Lawn Sweeper
653 190-653-100 10 Cu. Ft. Cart
368 190-368-100 10 Cu. Ft. Heavy Duty Dump Cart
425 190-425-100 17 Cu. Ft. Heavy Duty Dump Cart
161 190-161-000 48" Poly Bed Liner (Fits All 10’s)
(Tailgate Section Must Be Cut Out By Dealer)
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Model Factory No. Attachments and Accessories
162 190-162-000 60" Poly Bed Liner (Fits All 17’s)
(Tailgate Section Must Be Cut Out By Dealer
288 190-288-100 Hydraulic Front Angle Kit (Cannot Be Used w/353)
171 190-171-100 Manual Angle Kit (Cannot Be Used w/353)
412 190-412-100 Rear Wheel Weights (2 per Set) @ 75#
413 190-413-100 Front & Rear Wt. Bracket (Supports 390 Wt.)
190390 190-390-100 Suitcase Weights
506 590-605-100 Mulcher, 48" Deck+
507 590-507-100 Mulcher, 54" Deck++
920 190-920-000 12" Mold Board Plow (Requires 365)
921 190-921-000 Tandem Disc (Requires 365)
922 190-922-000 Spring Cultivator (Requires 365)
400 190-400-100 38" Tiller, 8.0 HP B&S Engine (Requires 365)
206 190-206-100 Series 3000 Tractor Display Stand
NOTES:
+ To Mount on Series 3000 Deck You Must Order Qty. 1 - 603-0624 and 1- 603-0625 From Parts
++ To Mount on Series 3000 Deck You Must Order Qty. 1- 603-0626 and 1- 603-0627 From Parts
It is recommended that the 3165 be equipped with a 48" deck for maximum performance.
Cub Cadet 1999 Specifications (continued)
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1999 3000 Series Engineering Updates
1. Remove both of the hex bolts and lock nuts
securing the front bumper to the frame using a
3/4" socket and a 3/4" wrench.
2. Remove the bumper.
3. Slide the muffler shield over the exhaust pipe and
rotate it into position.
NOTE: Align all three holes in the top of the
muffler shield with the existing shield. Also, the
muffler shield will be slanting towards the bottom
of the front grill assembly.
Heat Shield
Heat Shield
HEAT SHIELD
A heat shield has been installed on all 3000 series
tractors for 1999. The heat shield prevents the
exhaust gases from browning the grass. Use kit #759-
3927. See Service Advisory CC-371.
LIFT LINK
The lift link has been modified by strengthening the
powder metal that connects the lift lever to the
hydraulic valve for 1999.
CHECK VALVE
For 1999, a check valve will be installed to the
hydraulic valve to prevent the decks and other attach-
ments from leaking down during and after usage.
LIFT STOP BRACKET
A lift stop bracket will be installed on the left hand side
of the deck to prevent the deck from hanging up dur-
ing operations. Use kit #759-3927.
ROLLER HEIGHT ADJUSTER
The rear roller height adjustment mechanism will be
changed for 1999. A newly designed detent pin will
replace the old one, preventing the loss of cutting
height during operations. Use kit #759-3928.
FRONT DECK HANGER ASSEMBLY
The front roller bracket has been redesigned to pre-
vent the front lift rod from detaching during operation.
SEAT IMPROVEMENTS
A safer seat spring, part number 732-0869, can be
installed to level the seat for petite operators. In addi-
tion, the seat part number 757-3010A, is now made
out of a softer material for better operator comfort.
See Service Advisory CC-358A Sections 5 and 6.
FRONT MOWER DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTER
The front mower deck height adjuster pins have been
changed from ball detent pins to quick pull pins.
Sheet Metal Screws Screwdriver
Grill
Mark used in
Production
to Test PTO
Activation
4. Secure the muffler shield with three sheet metal
screws.
NOTE: Use a long flat blade screwdriver through
the air holes in the grill to tighten the sheet metal
screws securely.
5. Install the bumper.
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STEERING WHEEL
The thickness of the steering wheel has been
increased for operator comfort.
New Thicker Steering Wheel
Steering
Wheel
Thicker
Old Style Steering Wheel
Steering
Wheel
Thinner
ROCK SHAFT ASSEMBLY FOR 3 POINT HITCH
190-365-100
The cylinder arms have been redesigned with two V
sections cut out to allow for clearance of the clevis nut
on the cylinder shaft. See Service Advisory CC-364.
3000 Series Lift Assembly
Grooved
Out Area
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1. Slide the seat back and remove the front two pan
torx head screws using a T30 torx.
2. Slide the seat forward and remove the rear two
pan torx head screws using a T30 torx.
3. Pivot the seat assembly to the side and
disconnect the seat safety switch. See figure 1.
NOTE: Be careful not to scratch the fender with
the seat support brackets. It is advisable to use a
towel or cloth under the seat when pivoting the
seat.
4. Remove the seat from the tractor. See figure 1.
5. Remove all the hex bolts securing the three foot
pedals to the right side of the unit using a 9/16
socket. See figure 2.
Fender Assembly Removal and Reinstallation
FIGURE 1.
Torx Screws
Seat Safety
Switch
FIGURE 2.
Hex Bolts
Hex
Bolts
Reverse
Pedal
Forward
Pedal
Brake
Pedal
FIGURE 3.
Hex Bolt
Differential Lock
Out Pedal
Nylon Flange
Bearing
E-Clip
6. Remove the hex bolt securing the differential lock
out pedal on the left side of the unit using a 9/16
socket. Remove the “E” clip and the nylon flange
bearing from the pivot shaft.
FIGURE 4.
Wing
Nut
Side Panel Latch
Dash
Screen
Side Panel Latch
Rubber Foot Pads
7. Remove both rubber floor pads from the running
boards. See figure 4.
8. Lift the hood and remove the battery cover.
9. Remove both side panels from the tractor by
raising the latches horizontally and turning the
latches 1/4 turn. See figure 4.
10. Loosen all four plastic wing nuts holding the dash
panel screen in place. See figure 4.
11. Pull the dash screen towards the rear of the unit
and out of the dash panel. See figure 4.
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12. Remove all four running board hex bolts from the
tractor using a 1/2” socket. See figure 5.
NOTE: There are two bolts fastening the running
boards to the frame where the foot pads connect
and there are two bolts fastening the running
boards to the dash panel.
FIGURE 5.
Hex Bolt
Hex Bolt
FIGURE 6.
Tail
Light
Reverse
Light
White Wire
for Reverse
13. Remove the fuel cap.
14. Remove the tail light sockets from the tail light
assemblies by pushing in on the sockets gently
and twisting a 1/4 turn. See figure 6.
NOTE: When pulling the sockets out of the tail
light assemblies, it is very important to make sure
the light bulbs come straight out, or the light bulbs
will fall into the tail light assemblies. Also, note
the color of the wires for reinstallation. The white
wires go to the reverse lights. See figure 6.
FIGURE 7.
Hydraulic Lift
Handle Clamp
1/2" Socket
17. Remove the lift handle from the tractor through
the slot in the flap. See figure 8.
NOTE: If the lever is not removed at this time,
damage may occur to the lift knob.
18. Raise and remove the fender assembly.
FIGURE 8.
Slot for
Lift Handle
15. Raise the rear fender high enough to access the
hydraulic lift handle clamp. See figure 7.
16. Loosen the clamp connecting the hydraulic lift
handle to the center lift valve using a 1/2” socket.
19. Reinstall the fuel cap.
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