Rear Drive Shaft; Removal - Polaris Ranger 500 2x4 2007 Service Manual

FINAL DRIVE
4. Torque the top and bottom A-arm bolts as shown in the
photo.
30 ft. lbs.
(41 Nm)
5. Install the hub assembly onto the rear drive axle.
6. Install the washer with domed side out. Install the spindle
retainer nut.
7. Install the wheel, washers, and wheel nuts. Torque wheel
nuts to specification. See "Torque Specifications" table on
page 7.2
8. Lower the vehicle. Torque the spindle retaining nut to 110
ft.lbs. (149 Nm). Install a new cotter key and the hub cap.
7.28

REAR DRIVE SHAFT

Removal

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4.
110 ft. lbs
(149 Nm)
Repeat all of the steps in the "Rear Hub / Bearing Carrier,
Hub Removal" section.
Remove upper carrier bolt. Slide the rear drive shaft out of
the bearing carrier by pulling the bearing carrier assembly
outward and tipping it down to remove the shaft.
Pull the rear drive shaft straight out of the frame. Use short
sharp jerks to free the circlip from the gearcase. The circlip
holds the drive shaft in the gearcase.
Inspect the axle splines and CV boots for any damage.