Arctic Cat VLX 70002017 Service Manual page 115

XR358
KX181
Disassembling Pinion Gear
1. Remove the internal snap ring securing the pinion
bearing in the housing.
WC430
2. Using the Pinion Gear/Shaft Removal Tool and a
hammer, remove the pinion gear from the gear case
housing.
XR359
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3. Secure the pinion gear in a bearing puller; then
remove the pinion bearing using a press. Account for
a collar and a bearing.
CC879
4. Remove any reusable parts from the gear case hous-
ing; then discard the housing and lock collar.
Assembling Pinion Gear
1. Install the bearing onto the pinion shaft. Install the
pinion shaft collar.
CC882
CC883
2. Place the pinion assembly in a bearing puller; then
install the bearing using a press.