Polaris 2012 Sportsman Forest 500 International, Service Manual

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FINAL DRIVE
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11. Inspect roll cage sliding surface (2). This surface
must be clean and free of nicks, burrs or scratches.
Remove and inspect the H-springs (4). Replace any
components as required.
12. Inspect the armature plate for a consistent wear
pattern. Uneven wear of the armature plate indicates
a warped plate, which may cause intermittent
operation.
NOTE: See “Front Gearcase Diagnosis” on
page 7.20
13. Inspect the magnetic coil (1) in the outer cover plate
assembly. Inspect the backlash pad (2) for excessive
wear.
NOTE: See “FRONT GEARCASE DIAGNOSIS” in this
chapter.
NOTE: Ring gear backlash (2) is set at the factory.
No adjustment is required, unless the front cover is
replaced or the back lash pad screw is removed.
See the “FRONT GEARCASE ASSEMBLY” in this
chapter for details on backlash setting.
14. Remove the bolts retaining the input shaft cover and
pinion gear assembly.
15. Inspect the magnetic coil (1) and bushing in the input
cover plate assembly. Replace the input cover seal.
16. Remove the splined armature plate (1).
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