Arctic Cat VLX 70002017, Service Manual

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RING GEAR/THRUST BUTTON
Removing
1. Remove the cap screws securing the gear case cover
to the gear case; then remove the ring gear.
2. Remove the thrust button from the gear case cover
(left-hand threads). Account for a shim.
Inspecting
1. Inspect the ring gear for excessive wear, missing or
chipped teeth, or discoloration.
2. Inspect the thrust button for excessive wear or dis-
coloration.
3. Inspect the bearings for discoloration, roughness, or
excessive wear.
 NOTE: For servicing bearings or seals, see Front
Differential in this section.
Installing/Shimming

NOTE: Ring gear clearance must be adjusted prior
to selecting shim for the thrust button.
1. Install the thrust button with shim into the gear case
cover and tighten securely (left-hand threads).
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2. Place the ring gear with selected shim into the cover
and measure the ring gear to thrust button clearance
with a thickness gauge. Clearance should be
0.020-0.040 in.
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3. If clearance is as specified, remove the ring gear and
thrust button; then place a drop of red Loctite #271
on the threads and tighten to 8 ft-lb (left-hand
threads).
4. If clearance is not as specified, repeat steps 1 and 2
using thicker (clearance too great) or thinner (clear-
ance too small) until correct specification is reached.
Hub
REMOVING
1. Secure the ATV on a support stand to elevate the
wheel; then remove the wheel.
2. Remove the cotter pin from the nut.

NOTE: During assembly, new cotter pins should be
installed.
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3. Remove the nut securing the hub.
4. Remove the brake caliper.
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AT THIS POINT
For servicing the input shaft, pinion gear, needle bear-
ing, ring gear, and axle seal, see Front Differential in
this section.
! WARNING
Make sure the ATV is solidly supported on the support
stand to avoid injury.