Polaris 2007 Sportsman 450 EFI, Service Manual

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8.10
GENERAL INFORMATION
10. Remove all cover bolts. Using suitable pry tools, remove
the cover using the designated pry points. Tap cover with
soft face hammer to remove. The pry points are indicated
by the white arrows in the photo below.
11. Note location of chain tensioner cam (17). If fully extended,
chain is worn beyond service limit. Replace chain and chain
tensioner shoe.
12. Remove the cam chain tensioner spring (14). Slide the cam
chain tensioner shoe (15), pins (16), and cam chain
tensioner cam (17) from the assembly.
13. Remove the differential gear (18) and chain by gently
prying underneath or tapping the differential gear from the
opposite side until it tips toward the output gear (19). The
differential gear is connected to the shift fork and must slide
backwards to clear the fork arms once the chain is removed.
14. Remove the T20 screws that secure the oil deflector (20)
with a T20 hex socket or driver.
CAUTION
Do not pry on case half sealing surfaces. Use
only the designated pry points on the
transmission.
Pry points
16
15
14
16
17
18
19
20