Yamaha 2012 Grizzly 300 Service Manual page 213

REAR AXLE/FINAL DRIVE GEAR AND DRIVE SHAFT
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REMOVING THE REAR AXLE
1.Remove:
• Rear axle
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(with dust seal)
• O-ring
NOTICE
• Never directly tap the axle end with a
hammer, since this will result in damage
to the axle thread and spline.
• Attach a suitable socket
end and tap it with a soft hammer. Pull
out the rear axle to the right.
DISASSEMBLING THE FINAL DRIVE GEAR
1.Remove:
• Bearing retainer (final drive pinion gear)
TIP
Use a bearing retainer wrench
Bearing retainer wrench:
P/N. YM-04050, 90890-04050
NOTICE
The final drive shaft bearing retainer has
left-handed threads. To loosen the retainer,
turn it clockwise.
2.Remove:
• Final drive pinion gear assembly
With a soft hammer, lightly tap on the
final drive pinion gear end.
NOTICE
Removal of the final drive pinion gear
should only be performed if gear replace-
ment is necessary.
WARNING
Always use new bearings and races.
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DRIV
on the axle
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