Husqvarna 968999214, Z6134D, 968999216, BZ7234D, 968999218 Service Bulletin

For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983

SERVICE
BULLETIN

B0303025

2003-11

____________________________________________________________

Subject:

Clutch Replacement Broad Area Mower PN 539106329

_____________________________________________________________

Models Affected:

968999214,BZ6134D 968999216,BZ7234D, 968999218, BZ6127D

_____________________________________________________________

Service Information:

that was improperly installed by the clutch manufacturer. The field bearing may have been installed without
proper clearance, which may cause premature failure. All new units manufactured before 11/2003 need to
have the clutch replaced before sale. Replace with new part # 539110668. This can be accomplished without
removing the mower from the crate. Units already used will not be changed unless failure occurs. All existing

inventory should be returned for credit

________________________________________________________________________

Warranty information:

Units replaced will receive 3/4-hour labor credit

________________________________________________________________________

The clutch for the mule drive belt on the above listed mowers may have a bearing

.

.

Instructions:

1. The following instructions are to remove and replace the clutch while still in the crate. If the unit is removed from
the crate it will make replacement easier but is not necessary.

2. Pull back the plastic from the back exposing the engine compartment.

3. Remove the back guard on the engine compartment.

4. Using a ½ inch ratchet and an extension, insert in the square hole on the primary belt idler (see figure 1).

Figure 1

5. Pull up on the idler to loosen tension on primary belts and remove the belts

(see figure 2). These are the two belts on the inside nearest the engine.

www.mymowerparts.com

1

For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983

Figure 2

6. Remove the clutch wires from the clutch, which are held in place with slotted screws (figure 3 and 4).

Figure 3 Figure 4

7. Loosen the fixed
before removal to aid in re-installation later.

Figure 5 Figure 6

8.

To remove the bolt holding the clutch to the engine you need to lock the engine by wedging a
screwdriver between the pinion of the starter and the flywheel (figure 6).

idler on the mule drive belt, this is the lower right idler (figure 5). Mark the location

2

www.mymowerparts.com