96
AG925
3. While holding the actuator firmly forward, tighten
the front cap screw to hold the actuator in place; then
install but do not tighten the two remaining cap
screws.
KC295A
4. Loosen the front cap screw; then tighten the cap
screw on the driveshaft side.
AG926
NOTE: It is important to tighten this cap screw
while the others are loose to ensure proper seating of
the actuator.
5. Tighten the remaining cap screws; then connect the
electrical plug to the main harness.
6. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and
check the operation by shifting the selector switch
several times.
7. Secure the wiring harness to the frame with a nylon
cable tie.
Front Differential
REMOVING DIFFERENTIAL
1. Secure the ATV on a support stand to elevate the
wheels.
2. Remove the drain plug and drain the gear lubricant
into a drain pan; then reinstall the plug and tighten to
45 in.-lb.
ATV0082A
3. Remove the front wheels.
4. Pump up the hand brake; then engage the brake lever
lock.
5. Remove the cotter pin securing the hub nut; then
remove the nut.
6. Release the brake lever lock.
7. Remove the upper and lower ball joint cap screws
taking care not to strip the threads.
AF628D
8. Pull the steering knuckle away from the axle taking
care not to damage the seals as the axle clears the
knuckle.
! WARNING
Make sure the ATV is solidly supported on the support
stand to avoid injury.
CAUTION
Apply pressure to hold the ball joint firmly in the knuckle
or the threads will be stripped when the retaining cap
screws are removed.
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