Arctic Cat 450 Service Manual page 117

6. Install the locating ring in the crankcase assembly;
then install the secondary driven shaft assembly and
secondary drive assembly making sure the locating
ring and bearing engage correctly.
7. Make sure the locating pins on the front and rear
bearings are correctly seated in the crankcase.
8. Install two alignment pins into the upper crankcase
assembly; then apply a thin bead of silicone sealant
to the lower crankcase cover.
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9. Carefully place the lower crankcase cover onto the
joined crankcase halves; then secure with the cap
screws. Tighten the 6 mm cap screws to 8 ft-lb and
the 8 mm cap screws to 20 ft-lb.
10. Install the oil strainer; then apply a thin bead of sili-
cone sealant to the oil strainer cap and secure with
the cap screws. Tighten to 8 ft-lb.
AT THIS POINT
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After completing center crankcase components, pro-
ceed to Installing Right-Side Components, to Installing
Left-Side Components, and to Installing Top-Side Com-
ponents.
Installing
Engine/Transmission
 NOTE: Arctic Cat recommends that new gaskets
and O-rings be installed whenever servicing the ATV.
1. Turn the front driveline to place the output drive
yoke universal joint in the horizontal plane; then
secure the driveshaft to the right and against the
engine.
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