This service manual was written expressly for Toro service technicians. The Toro Company has
made every effort to make the information in this manual complete and correct.
Basic shop knowledge and mechanical/electrical skills are assumed. The Table of Contents lists
the systems and the related topics covered in this manual.
The following service materials are available in addition to this service manual:
Hydrostatic Pumps:Hydro-Gear BDP-10A/16A/21L - Service and Repair Manual
Form #492-4789
Wheel Motors:Parker/Ross Wheel Motor Service Manual
Form #492-4753
Gas Engine:Through engine manufacturer
Hydraulic Troubleshooting:Interactive hydraulic troubleshooting and failure analysis on compact disk
Form #492-4777
Electrical Troubleshooting:Interactive electrical troubleshooting and wiring diagrams on compact disk
Form #492-9143
Z Master 500 Series gasoline engine machines, model years 2004 and 2005 are covered in this
manual. This manual may also be specied for use on later model products.
The hydrostatic drive system is precision machinery. Maintain strict cleanliness control during all
stages of service and repair. Cover or cap all hose ends and ttings whenever they are exposed.
Even a small amount of dirt or other contamination can severely damage the system.
We are hopeful that you will nd this manual a valuable addition to your service shop. If you have
any questions or comments regarding this manual, please contact us at the following address:
The Toro Company
LCE Service Training Department
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
The Toro Company reserves the right to change product specications or this manual without
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PERSONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTION
- read the instruction because it has to
do with your safety. Failure to comply
with the instruction may result in
personal injury or even death.
This manual is intended as a service
and repair manual only. The safety instructions provided
herein are for troubleshooting, service, and repair of the
Z Master Z500 Series Zero-turn Riding Mower.
Think Safety First
Avoid unexpected starting of engine...
Always turn off the engine and disconnect the spark plug
wire(s) before cleaning, adjusting, or repair
Avoid lacerations and amputations...
The riding mower and attachment operator’s manual
contain safety information and operating tips for safe
operating practices. Operator’s manuals are available
through your Toro parts source or:
The Toro Company
Publications Department
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
Avoid injury from batteries...
Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Battery gases can
explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks, and ames away from
the battery.
Stay clear of all moving parts whenever the engine is
running. Treat all normally moving parts as if they were
moving whenever the engine is running or has the
potential to start.
Avoid burns...
Do not touch the engine, mufer, or other components
which may increase in temperature during operation,
while the unit is running or shortly after is has been
running.
Avoid res and explosions...
Avoid spilling fuel and never smoke while working with
any type of fuel or lubricant. Wipe up any spilled fuel
or oil immediately. Never remove the fuel cap or add
fuel when the engine is running. Always use approved
labeled containers for storing or transporting fuel and
lubricants.
Avoid asphyxiation...
Never operate an engine in a conned area without
proper ventilation.
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Avoid injury due to inferior parts...
Use only original equipment parts to ensure that
important safety criteria are met.
Avoid injury to bystanders...
Always clear the area of bystanders before starting or
testing powered equipment.
Avoid injury due to projectiles...
Always clear the area of sticks, rocks, or any other
debris that could be picked up and thrown by the
powered equipment.
Avoid modications...
Never alter or modify any part unless it is a factory
approved procedure.
Avoid unsafe operation...
Always test the safety interlock system after making
adjustments or repairs on the machine. Refer to the
Electrical section in this manual for more information.
SPECIFICATIONS
Safety Information . . . . . . . . .
Specications . . . . . . . . . . .
Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hydraulic System . . . . . . . . .
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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4
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Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mower Decks/PTO . . . . . . . . .
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SPECIFICATIONS
Kawasaki Liquid Cooled Product
Shots
Fig 001 DSC-2861a
Fig 002 DSC-2860aFig 004 DSC-2864a
Fig 003 DSC-3792a
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Kohler EFI Product Shots
SPECIFICATIONS
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Fig 005 DSC-2865b
Fig 006 DSC-2866a
Fig 007 DSC-2867a
Fig 008 DSC-2868a
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SPECIFICATIONS
Kohler Gas Product Shots
Fig 009 DSC-2870a
Fig 010 DSC-2869aFig 012 DSC-2874a
Fig 011 DSC-2875a
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Kawasaki Gas Product Shots
SPECIFICATIONS
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Fig 013 DSC-2877a
Fig 014 DSC-2879a
Fig 015 DSC-2880a
Fig 016 DSC-2882a
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Engines
OutputMakeHigh IdleLow IdleCharging Coil
2
20 HP (14.9kW)Kohler
OHV V-Twin
Air Cooled
23 HP (17.2 kW)Kohler
OHV V-Twin
Air Cooled
25 HP (18.6 kW)Kawasaki
OHV V-Twin
Air Cooled
27 HP (20.1 kW)Kohler
OHV V-Twin
Air Cooled
27 HP (20.1 kW)Kawasaki
OHV V-Twin
Liquid Cooled
28 HP (20.8 kW)Kohler
OHV V-Twin
EFI Air-Cooled
3750 +50/-100 RPM1500 RPM15 AMP
3750 +50/-100 RPM1500 RPM15 AMP
3750 +50/-100 RPM
3000 + 100 Int’l
3750 +50/-100 RPM1500 RPM15 AMP
3750 +50/-100 RPM2250 RPM30 AMP
3750 +50/-100 RPM1500 RPM25 AMP
1500 RPM13 AMP
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Dimensions and Weight
ROPS HeightWidth
Model WeightFoldedUprightDeckDeectorLength
23 hp Kohler/52” TF Deck1140 lbs
(517kg)
23 hp Kohler/60” TF Deck1215 lbs
(551kg)
25 hp Kawasaki/60” TF Deck1215 lbs
(551kg)
27 hp Kohler/52” TF Deck1176 lbs
(533kg)
27 hp Kohler/60” TF Deck1215 lbs
(551kg)
27 hp Kohler/72” TF Deck1280 lbs
(583kg)
27 hp Kawasaki LC/60”TF Deck1330 lbs
(603kg)
27 hp Kawasaki LC/72”TF Deck1395 lbs
(633kg)
28 hp Kohler EFI/60” TF Deck1254 lbs
(569kg)
28 hp Kohler EFI/72” TF Deck1319 lbs
(598kg)
53”
(134cm)
53”
(134cm)
53”
(134cm)
53”
(134cm)
53”
(134cm)
53”
(134cm)
53”
(134cm)
53”
(134cm)
53”
(134cm)
53”
(134cm)
72”
(183cm)
72”
(183cm)
72”
(183cm)
72”
(183cm)
72”
(183cm)
72”
(183cm)
72”
(183cm)
72”
(183cm)
72”
(183cm)
72”
(183cm)
53.7”
(136cm)
61.7”
(157cm)
61.7”
(157cm)
53.7”
(136cm)
61.7”
(157cm)
73.6”
(187cm)
61.7”
(157cm)
73.6”
(187cm)
61.7”
(157cm)
73.6”
(187cm)
68”
(173cm)
76”
(193cm)
76”
(193cm)
68”
(173cm)
76”
(193cm)
88”
(223cm)
76”
(193cm)
88”
(223cm)
76”
(193cm)
88”
(223cm)
79.5”
(202cm)
81.5”
(207cm)
81.5”
(207cm)
79.5”
(202cm)
81.5”
(207cm)
84.5”
(215cm)
81.5”
(207cm)
84.5”
(215cm)
81.5”
(207cm)
84.5”
(215cm)
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Construction
Frame AssemblyConsists of front and rear frames bolted together
Front FrameWelded 2 x 2 x .188 structural steel tube
Rear FrameWelded tube and fabricated steel
Fuel System
TanksDual fuel tanks containing large ll necks and vented caps
Mounted above the drive wheels
Capacity12 gallons (45.4l) [6 gallons per tank]
Check ValveIn-line check valves (Selector valve on EFI units)
Fuel Filter40 micron, replaceable in-line lter
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Traction System
Hydraulic PumpsTwin Hydro-Gear BDP/PJ Series variable displacement hydrostatic with shock valves
Pump DriveSelf-tensioning belt drive
Wheel MotorsTwin Parker-Ross Torqmotor™ positive displacement with 1.25 inch heavy duty
DischargeRight hand as viewed from operator seat. Rubber chute, spring biased down toward
operating position. Adjustable ow control bafe.
Blade Tip Speed18,000 + ft/min at high idle
152cm mower – 4600.7 m/min @3000 RPM
Height of CutAdjustable from the seat with range 1.5” – 5” in 1/4” increments (3.8cm - 12.7cm)
Deck SuspensionDeck suspended from machine by four lift chains, and attached to rear wheel supports by
two struts.
Belt Covers16-gauge, formed steel covers. Attached with swell latches.
Gauge Wheels52” Cutting Deck – Five adjustable gauge wheels to reduce scalping: three on front of
deck (one on left-hand side and two in center) and two on rear of deck (left and right
sides). Wheels have four adjustment positions.
60”, 72”, and 152cm Cutting Decks – Six adjustable gauge wheels to reduce scalping: four
on front of deck (one each left-hand and right-hand sides, and two center) and two on rear
of deck (left and right sides). Wheels have four positions.
Lubrication Fittings:
Front Castor Pivots2 removable plugs (1 per side) for periodic lubrication.
Front Castor
Wheels
Lift Assembly5 ttings.
Mule Drive Idler1 tting.
Brake Arms2 ttings (1 per side).
Rear Deck Struts2 ttings (1 per side).
Deck Spindles3 ttings (1 per spindle).
Hydraulic Pump
Drive Tensioner
2 ttings (1 per side).
1 tting.
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SPECIFICATIONS
General Specications
Greasing and Lubrication:
Grease:No. 2 general purpose lithium base or molybdenum grease.
Where to Add Grease:See Check Service Reference Aid decal below (Fig. 017).
Fig 018 g. 55 m-5615
1. Cap 3. Cold uid level - full
2. Bafe 4. Hot uid level - full
Fig 017 g. 50 decal
Hydraulic System Oil Capacity:4 quarts (3.8 l)
Fluid Type:Mobil 1 15w50 synthetic motor oil or equivalent synthetic oil
Fluid Level:Check the uid level while the uid is warm. The uid should be between cold
and hot.
Note: The uid level should be to the top of the hot level of the bafe,
when the uid is hot (Fig. 018 above).
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Model and Serial Number LocationThe unit model and serial number plate is located on the right hand side of
the unit, below the right side motion control lever (Fig. 019).
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Fig 019 DSC-2351
Engine Model and Serial Number
Identication:
Hydrostatic Pumps Model and Serial
Number:
Consult the appropriate engine manufacture’s service literature for the
location and translation of the engine model and serial number information.
The label above (Fig. 020), is located on the pump housing. It identies the
model and conguration of the BDP pump.
Fig 020 conguration
Available Service Manuals
Hydrostatic Pumps:Hydro-Gear BDP-10A/16A/21L – Service and Repair Manual
Form # 492-4789
Wheel Motors:Parker/Ross Wheel Motor Service Manual
Form # 492-4753
Engine:Engine manufacturer
Hydraulic Troubleshooting:Interactive hydraulic troubleshooting and failure analysis on compact disk
Form #492-4777
Electrical Troubleshooting:Interactive electrical troubleshooting and wiring diagrams on compact disk
Form #492-9143
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Torque Specifications
Recommended fastener torque values are listed in the
following tables. For critical applications, as
determined by Toro, either the recommended torque or
a torque that is unique to the application is clearly
identified and specified in the service manual.
These torque specifications for the installation and
tightening of fasteners shall apply to all fasteners which
do not have a specific requirement identified in the
service manual. The following factors shall be
considered when applying torque: cleanliness of the
fastener, use of a thread sealant (Loctite), degree of
lubrication on the fastener, presence of a prevailing
torque feature, hardness of the surface underneath of
the fastener’s head, or similar condition which affects
the installation.
As noted in the following tables, torque values should
be reduced by 25% for lubricated fasteners to
achieve the similar stress as a dry fastener. Torque
values may also have to be reduced when the fastener
is threaded into aluminum or brass. The specific
torque value should be determined based on the
aluminum or brass material strength, fastener size,
length of thread engagement, etc.
Fastener Identification
Inch Series Bolts and Screws
(A) Grade 1
(B) Grade 5
Figure A
(C) Grade 8
The standard method of verifying torque shall be
performed by marking a line on the fastener (head or
nut) and mating part, then back off fastener 1/4 of a
turn. Measure the torque required to tighten the
fastener until the lines match up.
Figure B
Metric Bolts and Screws
(A) Class 8.8(B) Class 10.9
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SAE Grade 8 Bolts, Screws,
Studs, & Sems with Regular
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Standard Torque for Dry, Zinc Plated, and Steel Fasteners (Inch Series)
SAE Grade 1 Bolts, Screws,
Studs, & Sems with Regular
Height Nuts (SAE J995
Grade 2 or Stronger Nuts)
SAE Grade 5 Bolts, Screws,
Studs, & Sems with Regular
Height Nuts (SAE J995
Grade 2 or Stronger Nuts)
15 ± 2170 ± 2023 ± 2260 ± 20
29 ± 3330 ± 3041 ± 4460 ± 45
42 ± 4475 ± 4560 ± 6674 ± 70
Height Nuts (SAE J995
Grade 2 or Stronger Nuts)
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Note: Reduce torque values listed in the table above
by 25% for lubricated fasteners. Lubricated fasteners
are defined as threads coated with a lubricant such as
oil, graphite, or thread sealant such as Loctite.
Note: Torque values may have to be reduced when
installing fasteners into threaded aluminum or brass.
The specific torque value should be determined based
on the fastener size, the aluminum or base material
strength, length of thread engagement, etc.
Note: The nominal torque values listed above for
Grade 5 and 8 fasteners are based on 75% of the
minimum proof load specified in SAE J429. The
tolerance is approximately
value. Thin height nuts include jam nuts.
± 10% of the nominal torque
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Standard Torque for Dry, Zinc, and Steel Fasteners (Metric Fasteners)
Note: Reduce torque values listed in the table above
by 25% for lubricated fasteners. Lubricated fasteners
are defined as threads coated with a lubricant such as
oil, graphite, or thread sealant such as Loctite.
Note: Torque values may have to be reduced when
installing fasteners into threaded aluminum or brass.
The specific torque value should be determined based
on the fastener size, the aluminum or base material
strength, length of thread engagement, etc.
Regular Height Nuts
(Class 8 or Strong Nuts)
Note: The nominal torque values listed above are
based on 75% of the minimum proof load specified in
SAE J1199. The tolerance is approximately
the nominal torque value. Thin height nuts include jam nuts.
Class 10.9 Bolts, Screws, and Studs with
Regular Height Nuts (
Class 10 or Strong Nuts)
± 10% of
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SPECIFICATIONS
SAE Grade 8 Steel Set Screws
Recommended Torque
Thread Size
Square HeadHex Socket
1/4 - 20 UNC140 ± 20 in-lb73 ± 12 in-lb
5/16 - 18 UNC215 ± 35 in-lb145 ± 20 in-lb
3/8 - 16 UNC35 ± 10 ft-lb18 ± 3 ft-lb
1/2 - 13 UNC75 ± 15 ft-lb50 ± 10 ft-lb
Thread Cutting Screws
(Zinc Plated Steel)
Type 1, Type 23, or Type F
Thread SizeBaseline Torque*
No. 6 - 32 UNC20 ± 5 in-lb
Wheel Bolts and Lug Nuts
Thread SizeRecommended Torque**
7/16 - 20 UNF
Grade 5
1/2 - 20 UNF
Grade 5
M12 X 1.25
Class 8.8
M12 X 1.5
Class 8.8
** For steel wheels and non-lubricated fasteners.
Thread Cutting Screws
Thread
Size
No. 6182020 ± 5 in-lb
Threads per Inch
Type AType B
65 ± 10 ft-lb88 ± 14 N-m
80 ± 10 ft-lb108 ± 14 N-m
80 ± 10 ft-lb108 ± 14 N-m
80 ± 10 ft-lb108 ± 14 N-m
(Zinc Plated Steel)
Baseline Torque*
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No. 8 - 32 UNC30 ± 5 in-lb
No.10 - 24 UNC38 ± 7 in-lb
1/4 - 20 UNC85 ± 15 in-lb
5/16 - 18 UNC110 ± 20 in-lb
3/8 - 16 UNC200 ± 100 in-lb
Conversion Factors
in-lb X 11.2985 - N-cm
ft-lb X 1.3558 = N-m
No. 8151830 ± 5 in-lb
No. 10121638 ± 7 in-lb
No. 12111485 ± 15 in-lb
* Hole size, material strength, material thickness and
finish must be considered when determining specific
torque values. All torque values are based on nonlubricated fasteners.
1. Raise the front of the unit off the ground, allowing
enough clearance to remove the castor fork from the
bottom of the hub.
2. With a hammer and chisel, remove the top grease
cap (Fig. 021).
4. Remove the Belleville washers and caster fork and
wheel assembly (Fig. 023).
Fig 023 DSC-1533
Replacing the Caster Bearings
Fig 021 mvc-1531
3. Remove the locknut (Fig. 022).
Fig 022 DSC-1532
1. Remove the top tapered roller bearing (Fig. 024).
Fig 024 DSC-1534
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2. Remove bottom seal and tapered roller bearing (Fig.
025).
Fig 025 DSC-1535
3. With a driver and hammer, remove both the bottom
and top tapered bearing cups (Fig. 026).
4. With a driver and hammer, install new tapered
bearing cups. The bearing cups are tapered; make
sure the tapered/thicker end of the cup is installed
inward for the top and bottom end (Fig. 027). Tap the
bearing cups in until they seat against the step in the
caster hub.
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Fig 027 DSC-1537
Fig 026 DSC-1536
5. Pack the upper and lower tapered bearings prior to
installation (Fig. 028).
Fig 028 DSC-1539
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