Polaris 2007 Sportsman 450 EFI, Service Manual

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8.18
GENERAL INFORMATION
11. Install the oil deflector shield into the gearcase. Apply
Loctite™ 242 to the threads of the screws. Torque the
screws to
16-30 in.lbs. (2-3.6 Nm) .
12. Install the rear drive differential and drive chain, following
these precautions:
• The case half rear output seal should be removed prior
to installation of the differential, as seal damage can
occur with seal installed due to the angle of entry.
• Install the differential sliding geardog onto the shift
fork arms at the same time the silent chain is installed.
• The differential gear bearing may be lightly tapped into
place. The case half seal can be installed once the
assembly is in place.
13. Tensioner Installation:
NOTE:
Case-halve mating may be difficult due to tensioner
installation. Release tension to aid installation.
• Place the tensioner cam on the front spacer and
tensioner shoe on the rear spacer.
• Insert the pins through the cam and through the shoe.
• Place the spring over the front pin and hook the spring
leg under the cam.
14. Lift the leg of the spring up and over the rear pin. The
tensioner cam will lift the shoe and tension chain.
Tensioner Assembly - Top View
Forward
Spring Leg
Tensioner
Lock Cam
View From Left Side of Transmission
Forward
Hook Spring Leg Under Cam
Lift Spring Over Rear
Mounting Pin