Transaxle Mounting Bolt Removal Note

WARNING:

Remove the transaxle carefully, holding it steady. If the transaxle falls it could be damaged or cause injury.

Adjust the SST and lean the engine toward the transaxle.

Fig 1: Installing SST (49 L017 5A0) To SST (49 C017 5A0)
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Support the transaxle on a jack.

Fig 2: Supporting Transaxle On Jack
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Remove the transaxle mounting bolts (lower side).
Remove the transaxle.