Lever on left side by axel

[rpickle 0]

The left rear axle has a lever with a spring attached. what is it for? This on my 3212v. Thanks Rick

[toomanytractors 0]

That lever is to tighten the cross drive belt after installation.

[D10-Allis 24]

This lets the mid PTO pivot forward, loop the mower belt, or sickle mower belt on the pulley and pull lever back towards the rear, helps to install belts I believe.

[Brettw 1,015]

I believe the lever you speak of is to tighten the idler pulley against the belt for the mower deck, and perhaps other equipment driven from the center PTO.

[dentwizz 6]

The earlier models didn't have it, but the increased horsepower required a bit more tension on the cross-drive belt to deal with pulley slip. It is possible to change a belt without releasing it, but it is certainly easier when it is slack.

[rpickle 0]

OK, so it sounds like it should be "cocked" while in a running state and released to aid in belt removal. Appreciate the replies. Rick