6-16
AF897D
8. Secure the tie rods with the lock nuts (coated with
red Loctite #271). Tighten to 30 ft-lb; then install
and spread the cotter pins.
AF896D
AF895D
9. Install the brake calipers and secure with the
patch-lock cap screws tightened to 20 ft-lb.
AF894D
10. Install the wheels and tighten to 40 ft-lb.
11. Remove the ATV from the support stand.
Drive Axles
REMOVING REAR DRIVE AXLE
1. Secure the ATV on a support stand to elevate the
wheels.
2. Pump up the hand brake; then engage the brake
lever lock.
3. Remove the wheel.
4. Remove the cotter pin securing the hex nut; then
remove the hex nut. Release the brake lever lock.
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5. Remove the two brake calipers (right side only).
NOTE: Do not allow the brake calipers to hang
from their cable/hose.
6. Slide the hub out of the knuckle and set aside.
7. Remove the cap screw and lock nut securing the
knuckle to the upper A-arm. Discard the lock nut.
NOTE: Never reuse a lock nut. Once a lock nut
has been removed, it must be replaced with a new
lock nut.
8. While holding the drive axle stationary, pull the
top of the knuckle out and down until it is free of
the drive axle.
! WARNING
Make sure the ATV is solidly supported on the sup-
port stand to avoid injury.
! CAUTION
The calipers should be supported. If the calipers are
allowed to hang from the cable/hose, damage may
occur.
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