Can-Am DS 450 2008 Shop Manual page 174

Section 03 ENGINE
Subsection 10 (GEARBOX)
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1. Index lever screw
2. Step ring
3. Index lever
4. Index spring
Shifting Mechanism Inspection
Shift shaft
Check shift shaft for worn splines or other dam-
ages.
Tooth Segment, Springs and Pawls
Check teeth of tooth segment for wear. Replace
if necessary.
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1. Teeth of tooth segment
Inspect squared edges of pawls for wear. Replace
as required.
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1. Squared edges of pawl
Check springs for squareness or bending.
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A. 90 °
Index Washer
Check engagement slots of index washer for wear
or other damages.
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1. Engagement slots
Index Lever
Index lever and roller of index lever must move
freely. Replace if necessary.
Shifting Mechanism Installation
The installation is the reverse of the removal pro-
cedure. However, pay attention to the following.
Apply engine oil on moving parts when installing
components.
Install pawls into tooth segment.
CAUTION: Take care that during installation of
pawl into tooth segment the spring does not
get wedged or bent.
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