Disable the Bobcat's hydraulic system. This will prevent the Bobcat from moving unexpectedly while you are working on it. To do this, locate the hydraulic lockout lever on the left-hand side of the machine. Pull the lever up and turn it to the "OFF" position.
Remove the drive chain from the drive sprocket. The drive chain is located on the rear of the machine. To remove it, you will need to loosen the chain tensioner bolts. Once the bolts are loose, you can pry the chain off of the sprocket.
Remove the drive shaft. The drive shaft is located between the drive sprocket and the transmission. To remove it, you will need to unbolt the drive shaft from the transmission and the sprocket.
Move the Bobcat. Once the drive system is released, you can move the Bobcat by pushing or pulling it. Be careful not to damage the Bobcat while you are moving it.
Reinstall the drive system. When you are finished moving the Bobcat, you will need to reinstall the drive system. To do this, simply reverse the steps that you took to remove it.
Here are some additional tips for releasing the drive system of a non-working 853 Bobcat:
* Make sure that the Bobcat is parked on a level surface before you begin working on it.
* Use caution when working around moving parts.
* If you are not comfortable working on a Bobcat, you can have a qualified mechanic perform this task for you.
By following these steps, you can safely release the drive system of a non-working 853 Bobcat so it can be moved.
