John Deere Gator hard to shift FIX 825i 620i 855D: XUV grinds when changing gears

John Deere Gator 825i hard to shift into gear fix, XUV year models 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016. The 825i Gator hard to shift problem fix may also apply to the 550, 560, 590 or 620i although we have not ran across it yet, but use similar CVT clutch designs.  The Gator 825i had to be forced into gear or turned off to get back into neutral.  After adjusting the shift cable linkage and attempting to set the idol down with no results we tackled the primary clutch.  Once the breather hose and eleven 10mm bolts were removed the clutch cover was worked out and down toward the driver side rear tire.  Now we have access to the primary and secondary clutches.  The primary is located toward the front of the engine.  To lube the primary, spray lubricant was applied to the slides.  Then we started the Gator and revved the engine, which cycles the clutch. This process was completed three times and was finalized by rubbing a small amount of motor oil on the slides. After lubing the clutch the Gator began shifting into and out of gear correctly, not binding up and grinding near as bad.  The primary was simply not releasing the belt fully, causing the secondary to spin and bind the transmission when going into gear. Not coming out of gear when the secondary is turning the tranny is what it's designed to do.  Several others have had this same problem with the Gator 825i becoming hard to shift over time, but I have not ran across a permanent solution as of yet. If you want to remove the primary clutch completely you will need to purchase a clutch puller. Some folks have made their own puller out of all thread 9/16 x 18 and grinding or milling down the front.  You can watch the total repair by clicking this link.