Transmission Removal - Polaris SPORTSMAN 400 2003 Service Manual

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL

All operations regarding transmission front output
housing assembly can
transmission installed in frame.
1. Remove the inner PVT cover. Refer to Clutch
Chapter.
2. Remove complete
transmission vent line.
3. Loosen rear wheel nuts slightly.
4. Elevate and support
footrest/frame area.
CAUTION: Serious injury may result if machine tips
or falls. Be sure machine is secure before beginning
this service procedure. Wear eye protection when
removing and installing bearings and seals.
5. Remove wheel nuts and wheels.
6. Disconnect transmission shift linkage rods.
Remove right hand shock absorber.
7. Disconnect harness from gear position switches.
8. Remove right rear drive shaft (see Chapter 7).
9. Disconnect the sway bar from both sides.
Remove right side upper control arm.
be performed with
airbox assembly and
machine under
Pull outward to remove
from transmission
10. Remove left side shock absorber.
11. Remove left rear drive shaft (see Chapter 7).
12. Remove left side upper control arm.
13. Remove both lower transmission mounting bolts
from each side.
Lower Mounting Bolts
TRANSMISSION
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