Arctic Cat Wildcat ROV 2013 Service Manual page 158

Backlash
 NOTE: Always set backlash prior to any other shim-
ming.
1. Install the existing shim or a 0.051-0.055-in. shim on
the gear case side of the ring gear assembly.
2. Install the ring gear with shim in the gear case; then
while holding the pinion stationary, rock the ring gear
forward and back to determine if any backlash exists.
If no backlash exists, install a thicker shim and
recheck.
3. Install the bearing flange onto the gear case cover
making sure the alignment/locating pin engages the
locating hole in the cover; then make sure the bearing
flange is completely seated in the cover.
4. Install the existing shim or a 0.063 in. shim on the cover
side of the ring gear; then place the assembled gear case
cover onto the gear case and secure with three cap
screws. Tighten evenly using a crisscross pattern.
GC031A
5. Place the appropriate Backlash Measuring Tool into
the splines of the ring gear and install a dial indicator
making sure it contacts the gauge at a 90° angle and
on the index mark.
GC036A
GC032A
GC033A
GC036B
GC040
GC039A
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