John Deere — Pedestal Bearing Replacement

Repair & overhaul

From a John Deere service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Procedure

1. Remove the Belt.
2. Remove the Large Pulley Retaining Ring and Pulley.
3. Remove the Bearing Retaining Ring and Dust Cover.
4. Using an arbor press, press out the Driver Hub and Bearing Assembly from the Pedestal Bearing bore.
5. Remove the Bearing Retaining Ring from the Shaft.
6. Using the arbor press, press the Bearings and Spacer from the Shaft.
7. Install new Bearings and reverse the procedure for reassembly.

Source: John Deere service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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