Arctic Cat 2016 Wildcat Sport Service Manual page 136

3. Inspect the shaft gear teeth for nicks, cracks, chips,
or signs of wear. If any are present, the shaft must be
replaced.
TA045
I. Pinion Assembly
Inspect the teeth of the pinion gear and front output shaft.
If any chipping, nicks, wear, or damage are observed, the
pinion assembly must be replaced.
Turn the pinion gear by hand. If any sticking or binding is
observed, the bearing must be replaced. Use the follow-
ing procedure:
1. Using an awl, pry the plug from the case. Discard the
plug.
TA084
CAUTION
Do not drive the awl too far or bearing damage will
occur.
2. Remove the small inner snap ring and account for the
shim.
TA082A
3. With the aid of an assistant and using an appropriate
driver, remove the gear.
TA031
4. Remove the large outer snap ring and account for the
shim.
TA086
5. Using an appropriate bearing driver, press the bear-
ing from the housing.
TA081
6. Using an appropriate bearing installer, install a new
bearing into the housing.
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