Polaris 2004-2005 Sportsman 6x6, Service Manual

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GENERAL INFORMATION
7.29
REAR DRIVE AXLE SERVICE
Out
Cone
Washer
150 ft. lbs. (207 Nm)
C
D
G
80 ft. lbs.
(110 Nm)
Replace all cotter
pins if removed.
Cone washer
tapered to
outside
80 ft. lbs.
(110 Nm)
Flat Washer
50 ft. lbs.
(69 Nm)
Lubricate hub splines
with light film of grease.
Hub
A. Retainer Ring
B. Bearing Spacer
C. O--ring
D. Seal
E. Cone Bearing
F. Cup Bearing
G. Rear Housing
H. 30T Sprocket
I. Jam Nut
J. Chain
K. Rear Hub Sprocket
L. Rear Axle
A
B
E
F
H
I
J
C
F E
D
K
L
242
Apply Loctite
t
242 to
the bolt threads.
242
REAR AXLE BEND
The rear axle shaft is hardened to approximately 3
″
to
4
″
(7.6 to 10 cm) from the outer ends. This allows the
shaft to bend in case of impact or accident. Small
amounts of axle runout can be straightened using V
blocks, a hydraulic press, and a dial indicator.
CAUTION: Do not use heat on any part of the axle.
Heat will destroy the temper and cause the shaft to
become brittle.