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Drive and Brake
Systems
The following drive system components should be
inspected periodically to ensure proper operation.
A. Spline lateral movement (slop).
B. Coupling cracked, damaged, or worn.
C. Carrier bearing smooth rotation and bearing support
tight.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The die-cast aluminum housings have been assembled
with thread-rolling screws (trilobular). When assembling
with these screws, start the screws carefully into the
housing; then use the following torque values.
SPECIAL TOOLS
A number of special tools must be available to the techni-
cian when performing service procedures in this section.
Refer to the current Special Tools Catalog for the appro-
priate tool description.
NOTE: When indicated for use, each special tool
will be identified by its specific name, as shown in the
chart below, and capitalized.
NOTE: Special tools are available from the Arctic
Cat Service Department.
Front Drive Actuator
NOTE: The actuator is not a serviceable compo-
nent. If it is defective, it must be replaced.
NOTE: The actuator will operate only when the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
The front drive actuator is located on the left side of the
front differential input housing. With the engine stopped
and the ignition switch in the ON position, a momentary
“whirring” sound can be heard each time the drive select
switch is shifted. If no sound is heard, see Electrical Sys-
tem. If the actuator runs constantly or makes squealing or
grinding sounds, the actuator must be replaced.
REMOVING
1. Select LOCK on the drive select switch; then discon-
nect the connector on the actuator harness.
WT504A
2. Remove the floor; then using a T-30 torx wrench,
remove the mounting cap screw from the driveshaft
side of the actuator.
WT529A
3. Remove the mounting cap screw from above the
actuator on the suspension side.
WT530A
4. Loosen but do not remove the mounting cap screw at
the front of the actuator; then slide the actuator to the
rear enough to clear the slotted mounting tab and the
selector shaft. Remove from the left side.
Size
New Housing
Reassembled Housing
M6 (Torx T-30 Recess)
9 ft-lb
8 ft-lb
M8 (Torx T-40 Recess)
28 ft-lb
23 ft-lb
Description
p/n
Backlash Measuring Tool
0544-010
CV Boot Clamp Tool
0444-120
Hose Clamp Pliers
0644-545
Internal Hex Socket
0444-104
Pinion Gear/Shaft Removal Tool
0444-127
Gear Case Seal Installer Tool
0444-273
Transaxle Seal Installer Kit
0544-030