just follow the manual. The included link offers free downloads of the owner's and service manual as well as the parts catalog. Very nice. Toro | TimeCutter SS5000 - Zero Turn Lawn Mowers Scroll down a bit and click on "manuals".
probably the better option.Ring a mobile mechanic to come & fix it :laughing:
This belt is a pain in the azz.
There is a bracket that holds the clutch.
It has two bolts. Remove one of them and just loosen the other. Now you can move it so you can get the belt on. I start on the right side. It's kinda tricky how the belt goes. A lot easier if you remove the idler pulley spring.
If you want I can take a picture of my belt. So you can see how it routes.
THANKS FOR THE INFO. I can see it is a pain in the *****,,,but my question should have been " What is the easiest way to position the mower to get to the belt..?" Do I need to remove the tires.?
I would add, get a strong buddy and his favorite brew to help you. That extra hand will make the job a lot easier. In the shop we always double up on this job, saves fingers and arguments with the unit about engineers.