Polaris 2005 Sportsman MV7 Service Manual page 108

ENGINE
debris. This will ensure proper sealing when installing
bolts and new Loctitet.
20. Install oil pump housing bolts (H). The new bolts
contain patch lock, so Loctitet is not needed on
the new bolts. Torque bolts to 84 ± 8 in.lbs. (9.50 ±
0.90 Nm) and follow the torque sequence on Pg.
3.3.
NOTE: Occasionally spin the oil pump when
installing bolts to check for binding of the rotors.
H
Oil Pump Bolt Torque:
84 ± 8 in.lbs. (9.50 ± 0.90 Nm)
*Torque in Proper Sequence (Pg. 3.3)
21. Apply Loctitet 242 (PN
crankshaft.
22. Before installing the crankshaft gear (I), heat the
crankshaft gear to 250° F (121°C) on a hot plate
(J).
3.50
The crankshaft gear is extremely hot! Severe
burns or injury can occur if the gear is not
handled with extreme care and caution. Follow
the procedure below to help ensure safety.
23. Use extreme caution when removing the
24. Install the crankshaft gear (I) onto the crankshaft.
NOTE: For assembly of the gears, the cam gear and
the crankshaft gear are stamped with "This Side Out."
This indicates the side of the gear that faces outward
or
case.
2871949) to the
25. Install counter balance shaft gear (J) with new
I
CAUTION:
crankshaft gear from the hot plate. Use a pair of
pliers and leather gloves when handling the
crankshaft gear.
away
This Side Out
key, aligning timing marks with crankshaft gear
(I). Install washer and bolt. Use the Gear Holder
J
from the
I