Polaris 2005 Sportsman MV7 Service Manual page 111

Important: Set
the direction of
the paper seal lip
31. Carefully install the tapered end of the
Crankshaft Seal Protection Tool (PA- -45658)
through the paper side of the crankshaft seal.
(Back to Front) Leave the seal protector installed
in the crankshaft seal. Check the crankshaft seal
lips to verify they have not been rolled or
damaged.
32. Before installing the gear/stator housing cover,
install the Water Pump Seal Saver (PA- -45401)
onto the water pump shaft.
PA- -45658
33. Install the new gasket to the gear/stator housing
34. Apply Crankcase Sealant (PN 2871557) to the
(PA- -45658)
PA- -45401
cover and crankcase. With the tools installed,
carefully place the gear/stator housing cover over
the protection tools. NOTE: New gasket is not
shown in the picture.
outside edges of the crankcase halves (See
arrows), where the crankcases mate. (See
photos below.) This helps to prevent coolant
leakage.
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