Front Drive (Cv) Shaft; Inspection; Removal - Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI 4x4 2012 Service Manual

FINAL DRIVE

FRONT DRIVE (CV) SHAFT

Inspection

Check the front and rear driveshaft CV boots for any
tears or leaking grease. If the driveshaft boot loses all
grease, CV joint failure will occur.
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Removal

1. Set the ATV in park. Remove hub dust cap (if
equipped).
2. Remove cotter pin.
3. Loosen - but do not remove - the hub retaining nut.
4. Loosen - but do not remove - the wheel nuts.
5. Safely lift and support the front of the ATV.
Serious injury could occur if machine tips or falls.
6. Remove wheel.
7. Remove the two brake caliper attaching bolts.
Do not hang the caliper by the brake line. Use wire to
hang the caliper to prevent possible damage to the
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brake line.