Propshaft Installation (2016-2017) - Polaris GENERAL 2016 Service Manual

PROPSHAFT INSTALLATION
1. Lubricate front gearcase shaft splines with Anti-Seize.
2. Lubricate the transmission output shaft splines with
Polaris All Purpose Grease.
3. Lubricate the front and rear prop shaft mid joint with
Polaris All Purpose Grease.
4. Slide the rear prop shaft forward from the left rear of
the machine just below the PVT cover. Install the rear
prop shaft on the transmission output shaft.
5. Lubricate the support bushing with light oil to ease
installation and install the bushing on the rear prop
shaft bearing.
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6. Install the front propshaft and align with the alignment
mark on the rear propshaft.
NOTICE
Paint marks are applied to the front and rear prop shafts
to aid shaft alignment. Reference these marks during
installation if still visible.
7. Ensure proper orientation of the support bearing
assembly. The shallow ridge of the bearing should be
facing upwards.
FINAL DRIVE
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