Arctic Cat Wildcat ROV 2013 Service Manual page 165

8. Remove the lower front through-bolt; then remove the
boot clamp on the input drive coupler and slide the
gear case to the rear until drive coupler disengages.
9. Lay the gear case on its left side and remove from
either side of the vehicle. Account for the spring and
washer with the drive coupler.
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RING GEAR/THRUST BUTTON
Removing
1. Remove the cap screws securing the gear case cover
to the gear case; then remove the ring gear.
2. Remove the thrust button from the gear case cover
(left-hand threads). Account for a shim.
Inspecting
1. Inspect the ring gear for excessive wear, missing or
chipped teeth, or discoloration.
2. Inspect the thrust button for excessive wear or discol-
oration.
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3. Inspect the bearings for discoloration, roughness, or
excessive wear.
 NOTE: For servicing bearings or seals, see Front
Differential in this section.
Installing/Shimming
 NOTE: Ring gear clearance must be adjusted prior
to selecting shim for the thrust button.
1. Install the thrust button with shim into the gear case
cover and tighten securely (left-hand threads).
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2. Place the ring gear with selected shim into the cover
and measure the ring gear to thrust button clearance
with a thickness gauge. Clearance should be 0.002-
0.004 in.
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3. If clearance is as specified, remove the ring gear and
thrust button; then place a drop of red Loctite #271 on
the threads and tighten to 8 ft-lb (left-hand threads).
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