Arctic Cat 650 Twin2004, Service Manual

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2. Using the boot clamp pliers, secure the small
clamp of the inner boot.
ATV-1048
3. Apply grease from the kit onto the bearing ring
making sure grease is on both the inner and outer
sides; then apply the remainder of the grease into
the housing and boot.
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NOTE: The large grease pack is for the inner
drive axle bearing and boot assembly.
ATV-1052
4. Install the bearing onto the shaft making sure the
recess of the bearing is facing the housing.
CD022
5. Secure the bearing ring with the circlip making
sure the sharp side of the circlip faces away from
the boot.
CD023
6. Making sure the marks made during disassembling
align, slide the housing over the bearing ring; then
install the circlip.
CD021
7. Slide the boot over the housing; then using the
boot clamp pliers, secure the boot with the clamp.
CD024
8. Inspect the axle components for correct
positioning of the four clamps. Also, inspect the
boots for being correctly positioned on the shaft.
INSTALLING REAR DRIVE AXLE
1. Apply Arctic Cat ATV High-Performance Grease
(p/n 0436-501) to the splines; then slide the drive
axle into place in the gear case.
! CAUTION
The bearing ring must go onto the shaft with the
side without splines facing toward the small
clamp of the inner boot or severe damage will
result.