Barreto Tillers E1320HTRLR 2016 Outboard Bearing Assembly Replacement

Grab the plastic housing at the end of the spark plug wire and pull firmly to disconnect it.

Flip the red engine ON/OFF switch to the OFF position.

Flip the fuel valve lever to the OFF position.

Flip the ignition switch to the OFF position.

Ensure the wheel drive control lever is set to the neutral position.

Pull the locking pin out and rotate it 90˚ to unlock the right wheel from the hub.

Repeat for the left wheel.

Insert wheel chocks underneath each wheel to keep the device stationary during disassembly.

Use an 8 mm socket to remove the outboard bearing grease fitting.

Use a 9/16 inch socket to remove the four bolts securing the tine shaft to the side plate.

Use a 9/16 socket and wrench to remove the five bolts and accompanying nuts securing the side plate to the frame, three on the outside and two in the wheel well.

Tilt the tiller up so the motor side is resting on the work surface with the tines raised.

Use a 1/2 inch socket and wrench to remove the four bolts and accompanying nuts securing the side plate to the tine cover.

Slide the side plate down and away from the device to remove it.

Use a clean paper towel or shop rag to remove the grease from the outboard bearing assembly.

Use a 9/16 inch socket to remove the bolt securing the outboard bearing assembly to the tine shaft.

Remove the three washers, held in place by the bolt, from the outboard bearing assembly.

Pull the assembly off of the tine shaft to remove it.