Polaris 2009 Sportsman XP 850 Service Manual page 219

4. Remove the cover plate assembly. Inspect the thrust
bearing (A) for wear.
A
NOTE: Thrust bearing (A) located between the two
output assemblies is pressed into the clutch pack
and is not removable.
5. Remove the female output hub assembly. Inspect the
bearings, contact surfaces and splines for signs of wear or
damage. Visually inspect the clutch plate area. If plates are
steel-on-steel, or if the friction material is worn, the
assembly must be replaced.
NOTE: Excessive noise coming from the front drive
on deceleration are key indicators of burnt or broken
down front drive fluid.
6. Remove the armature plate. Inspect the armature plate for
distortion or other damage (see "AWD Diagnosis").
Replace as required.
7. Remove the ring gear and roll cage from the gearcase as an
assembly.
8. Remove the male output hub assembly.
bearings, contact surfaces and splines for signs of wear or
damage. Visually inspect the clutch plate area. If plates are
steel-on-steel, or if the friction material is worn, the
assembly must be replaced.
9. Place a shop towel over the ring gear assembly and slowly
remove the roll cage and rollers from the ring gear.
FINAL DRIVE
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Inspect the
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