Installation - Polaris 2009 Sportsman XP 850 Service Manual

8. Grasp the rear drive shaft and pull sharply outward on the
shaft to disengage it from the rear gearcase.
9. Inspect the axle splines and CV boots for any damage.
10. Refer to the "DRIVE SHAFT SERVICE" procedure if
repairing the drive shaft.

Installation

1. Install a new spring ring on the end of the drive shaft and
apply an anti-seize compound to the splines.
2. Align the splines of the drive shaft with the rear gearcase
and reinstall the drive shaft. Use a rubber mallet to tap on
the outboard end of the drive shaft if necessary.
3. Install the drive shaft into the rear bearing carrier.
4. Refer to the "REAR BEARING CARRIER - Installation"
procedure within this chapter to properly reassemble the
vehicle.
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