Arctic Cat Altera 300 Service Manual page 84

KM519
3. Inspect all splines and hubs for excessive wear,
chips, cracks, or distortion.
KM539
KM540
4. Check that all bearings turn freely and smoothly and
are not worn, discolored, or missing dust seals.
5. Inspect brake components for leaks, excessive wear,
or discoloration.
6. Check the axle shaft for runout using a dial indicator
and suitable supports. Maximum runout is 3 mm
(0.12 in.).
 NOTE: Axle runout is equal to 1/2 the total dial
indicator reading.
KM543
7. Check the final drive gear case assembly for smooth
gear operation. If gears are noisy or if there is any
catching or binding, the gear case assembly must be
repaired.
DISASSEMBLING
1. Remove the cap screws securing the gear case cover
to the gear case; then remove the gear case cover and
right ring gear shim.
KM918
KM919A
2. Remove the oil seal from the front of the gear case;
then using the Pinion Gear Bearing Nut Wrench,
remove the pinion nut.
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