Arctic Cat VLX 70002017, Service Manual

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NOTE: The spider and ring gear assembly must be
replaced as a complete unit.
3. Apply a liberal coat of grease to the O-ring; then
install it on the assembled cover assembly making
sure to seat the O-ring completely down around the
circumference of the inner cover.
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4. Making sure the O-ring is properly positioned on the
differential housing cover assembly, install the cover
with existing cap screws. Tighten the cap screws
evenly to 23 ft-lb.
 NOTE: Grease can be applied to the O-ring for ease
of assembling.
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NOTE: If a new housing is being installed, tighten
the cap screws to 28 ft-lb.
5. Install the shift fork shaft w/spring into the housing
making sure the shaft O-ring is positioned to the
inside.
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6. Install the shift fork assembly making sure the fork
leg is facing upward. Apply a small amount of oil to
the gasket; then install the gasket.
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7. Place the input shaft assembly onto the gear case
housing; then with the actuator bracket in place,
secure with the existing cap screws. Tighten to 23
ft-lb.
 NOTE: If a new housing is being installed, tighten
the cap screws to 28 ft-lb.
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Removing/Installing Axle Seal
 NOTE: This procedure can be performed on a rear
gear case.
1. Remove the seal using a seal removal tool.
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NOTE: Prior to installing the seal, apply High-Per-
formance #2 Molybdenum Disulfide grease to the seal
outside diameter.
2. Using Gear Case Seal Installer Tool, evenly press the
seal into the cover bore until properly seated.