Polaris RANGER XP 700 4X4 Service Manual page 249

27. Remove bearing and the helical gear.
28. Remove the pinion shaft retainer plate and the pinion shaft.
29. Remove the front housing cover screws.
30. Remove the front housing cover, shim, thrust button, and
thrust button shim.
31. Remove the shafts as an assembly.
32. Remove the silent chain from the assembly for shaft
inspection.
33. Clean all components in a parts washer and inspect for
wear.
34. Inspect engagement dogs of gears and replace if edges are
rounded.
35. Inspect gear teeth for wear, cracks, chips or broken teeth.
Note the location of the hubs on the gear.
Note Location of Hubs
TRANSMISSION
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