GT2542 Hydro problem

   / GT2542 Hydro problem #1  

zeke83

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Location
Little falls, NY
Tractor
Cub Cadet GT2542
I just got a used GT2542 with 280 hrs...Thanks to snooping around this forum before I registered

I did a full service including replacing the hydro fluid and filter. I drained the fluid and replaced the filter, then I added 5 quarts of 15-40 rotella T. The dip stick said it was full, so I started the engine to circulate the oil and get a better reading. The problem is the tractor wont move now. When I press the forward or reverse nothing happens at all.

One thing I noticed is the lever to engage and disengage the transmission is not there...Must be it fell off on the previous owner??

Any help??
Thanks
 
   / GT2542 Hydro problem #2  
first off, make sure you replaced the tranny filter with an OEM type - substitutes/aftermarket types often have different internals and won't work properly in the tranny....
2) expect the other item discussed is the freewheel control? Personally, I would get that part replaced so that I could move the tractor w/o engine power in case of breakdown.
 

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