Cub Cadet 420A Operator's Manual

4x2 Utility VehicleModel 420A 430A 430DOperator’s ManualPRINTED IN U.S.A.FORM NO. 769-00665.fm(2/03)IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RUL

10WARNING: Make sure seat is in lockedposition prior to operation and do not try toadjust the seat position while operating thevehicle.Figure 10Cargo

11• Release key to the RUN position when engine starts.• If engine does not start, wait a few seconds and repeat procedures.• After engine starts, pus

12Dumping Load From Cargo Box• Back up the vehicle to the dump site and apply parking brake. • Unhook the tailgate from cargo box.• If using an electr

13SECTION 4: SERVICING YOUR UTILITY VEHICLELubricationFront Axle Lubrication• Lubricate one grease fitting on each axle with 2 or 3 shots of grease e

14ChargingWARNING: Charge battery in a wellventilated area and keep away from an openflame or pilot light as on a water heater, spaceheater, furnace,

15• Remove cap screw and front wheel. Place new wheel on front axle hub and secure with cap screw and Loctite 242.• Remove support stands and lower ve

16• Run up the jam nut of the rear side until it touches and then back off one turn.• Tighten the front side jam nut. • Check the brake pedal by hand.

17SECTION 6: ACCESSORIES NOTE: Some of these accessories may come alreadyequipped on your vehicle. If they are not equipped, theymay be ordered thro

18SECTION 8: TROUBLESHOOTINGTrouble Possible Cause(s)Engine loses power Engine overheatingToo much oil in engineFaulty spark plugFuel supply being re

19ELECTRONIC SHIFT MODULE – FAULT CODE LISTIf your unit does not shift properly, the ESM will let you know there is a problem using the following tabl

2TABLE OF CONTENTSContent PageImportant Safe Operation Practices...3Know Your Utility

20FAULT CODES DEFINEDCode 1: “REVERSE” and “NEUTRAL” lights flashAction A - Vehicle is in “FORWARD” and operator attempts a shift to “NEUTRAL”• This l

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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used

3SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICESWARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endangerthe

425. Do not start or operate vehicle in an inside area, unless it is adequately ventilated. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide fumes, which are v

53. Do not operate vehicle with cargo box in raised position.4. Do not operate vehicle with cargo box latch unlatched. Always re-latch upon manually l

6RIDERS CAN FALL OFF AND BESERIOUSLY INJURED OR KILLED• Only one person in each seat.• No riders in the cargo box or anywhere other than seats.WARNIN

7SECTION 2: KNOW YOUR UTILITY VEHICLENOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the utility vehicle is observed from the operating position.Figure

8• To engage the parking brake, push brake pedal down firmly, pull out on the parking brake latch, and release foot from brake pedal. Brake pedal will

9Gear LightsThe gear lights are located in the center and at the top of the warning light cluster. See Figure 6. Once a gear is selected, the instrume