Arctic Cat DVX 400 2008 Service Manual page 104

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4. Inspect the axle bearings by rotating them by
hand. If any roughness, binding, or excessive
looseness is found, replace the axle bearings.
NOTE: If the axle bearings are replaced, replace
the dust seals with new ones. Always pack the
bearings with a good quality wheel bearing grease.
REMOVING BEARINGS
1. Remove the dust seal using an appropriate seal
removal tool; then using an appropriate bar (1),
drive the bearings out of the axle housing.
Account for one spacer.
NOTE: Do not reuse bearings after removal.
2. Clean the axle housing and inspect for cracks,
elongated holes, and wear in bearing bores.
INSTALLING BEARINGS
1. Pack the new bearings with a good quality wheel
bearing grease; then install the right bearing (1)
first using an appropriate bearing installer. The
sealed side of the bearing must be directed out-
ward.
2. Install the spacer; then install the left bearing (2).
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3. Install new dust seals and lightly coat with grease.
INSTALLING
1. Install the axle housing in the swing arm; then
install and finger-tighten the four cap screws.
2. Install the adjuster nut loosely; then install the
brake disc applying red Loctite #271 to the
Allen-head cap screws. Tighten to specifications.
3. Slide the axle into the axle housing from the right
side; then apply multipurpose grease to all splined
areas of the axle.
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