Service Manual

260 Series Tractor Service Manual 3 - 1
TUFF TORQ TRANSAXLE
Tuff Torq Hydrostatic Transaxle
Internal Service
Internal service information is contained in the Tuff
Torq KGIA Transaxle Service Manual, Form 492-0699.
Fluid Change
The Tuff Torq transaxle is factory filled, sealed, and
does not require oil changes. However, in the event of
oil contamination or degradation, oil replacement may
correct certain performance problems. Refer to the
Transaxle Service Manual.
Transaxle Removal – Tuff Torq
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the
battery.
2. Raise the rear of the tractor and remove the right
and left rear tires. Support the rear frame, just in
front of the transaxle. Remove the fender, seat,
and gas tank. (Refer to the “Chassis” section on
page 2 - 16.) Remove the center access plate
between the fender and hoodstand (Figure 62).
Figure 62
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3. Disconnect the cotter pin and the washer to the
brake rod (Figure 63).
Figure 63
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4. Disconnect the cotter pin for the free wheeling
valve rod (Figure 64).
Figure 64
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