Arctic Cat 1000 XT 2014 Service Manual page 124

5. Place the pinion housing with new gasket onto the
gear case housing; then secure with the existing cap
screws. Tighten to 23 ft-lb.
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NOTE: If a new gear case housing is being installed,
tighten the cap screws to 25-31 ft-lb.
Disassembling Differential Assembly

NOTE: This procedure can be performed on a rear
gear case.
1. Using a T-40 torx wrench, remove the cap screws
securing the pinion housing. Account for the coupler,
fork, and spring (differential only).
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CD112
2. Using a T-40 torx wrench, remove the cap screws
securing the differential cover. Account for and make
note of the ID tag location for assembling purposes.
CD099
3. Using a plastic mallet, tap lightly to remove the dif-
ferential cover. Account for an O-ring.
CD103
NOTE: If the cover is difficult to remove, pry on
the cover in more than one recessed location.
4. Remove the splined coupler, shifter fork, pin, and
spring of the differential lock assembly and set aside.
Note position of parts for assembling purposes.
GC015
GC003
KX174