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How To Remove the Front Wheels on a John Deere LX188

John Deere LX188 riding mower wheels are subject to flat tires just like any other wheels. Replacing the tire involves a little different procedure from most. Removing the wheels is easier than you may think, so avoid taking the mower to a repair shop and paying high labor charges. Change both tires in less than 30 minutes using some basic tools found in most home toolboxes.

Things You'll Need

  • Wheel chocks
  • Jack
  • 2 jack stands
  • Flat-tip screwdriver
  • Snap-ring pliers
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Instructions

    • 1

      Move the John Deere LX188 to a flat, level surface. Place wheel chocks behind the rear wheels and set the brake.

    • 2

      Raise the front of the mower, using a jack. Place jacks stands under each side of the mower frame at the front. Lower the jack so the mower is resting on the jack stands.

    • 3

      Remove the cap from the wheel hubs using a flat-tip screwdriver. Remove the snap-ring from the shaft using snap-ring pliers on each wheel. Remove the wheels from the front of the mower.

    • 4

      Place the new wheels on the front of the mower. Install the snap-rings on each side of the shaft using the snap-ring pliers. Place the cap on the wheel shaft on each side of the mower and push firmly until it snaps into place.

    • 5

      Raise the mower using the jack and remove the jack stands from under the frame. Lower the mower to the ground.