Linhai ARCHON 400, Service Manual

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CHAPTER 5 FINAL DRIVE
BUCK 450 SERVICE MANUAL 20.0
CHAPTER 5 FINAL DRIVE. 5- 12
5.13 REAR DRIVE SHAFT REMOVAL
1. Repeat of the steps in the “REAR HUB AND
KNUCKLE REMOVAL” section.
2. Slide the rear drive axle out of the knuckle by
pulling the hub and knuckle assembly outward
and down.
3. Pull the rear drive axle straight out of the frame.
Use short sharp jerks to free the circlip from the
gearcase. The circlip holds the axle in the
gearcase.
4. Inspect the axle splines and CV boots for any
damage.
5.14 REAR DRIVE SHAFT INSTALLATION
1. Install a new circlip onto the rear drive shaft.
Apply Anti-Seize Compound onto the rear
driveshaft splines (both ends).
2. Reinstall the rear driveshaft into the rear
gearcase. Be sure the circlip is securely fit into
the rear gearcase. Use a rubber mallet to tap on
the outboard end of the driveshaft if necessary.