How to Remove the Front Wheel From a John Deere Gator

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Things You'll Need

  • Jack

  • Jack stands

  • Snap ring pliers

John Deere Gators are small, gasoline-powered, all-terrain utility vehicles that have four to six wheels with inflatable rubber tires. They often have a rear bed similar to a pickup truck. Due to the uncertain terrain on which the Gator travels, flat tires are not uncommon. Like a car or truck, a Gator should not be driven on a flat tire if it can be avoided, and the tire should be changed as soon as possible.

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Step 1

Park the Gator on a flat, solid surface and engage the parking brake. Turn off the engine and remove the key from the ignition.

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Step 2

Place a jack under the frame of the Gator on the side of the damaged tire.

Step 3

Lift the Gator using the jack following the manufacturer's instructions, then slide the jack stand under the frame. Lower the Gator onto the jack stand, then remove the jack.

Step 4

Pull the yellow cap off of the center of the wheel axle using your fingers.

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Step 5

Insert the two prongs on the end of the snap ring pliers into the two holes on the snap ring, located on the axle.

Step 6

Squeeze the pliers, then remove the snap ring.

Step 7

Slide the wheel off of the axle.

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