Arctic Cat PROWLER XT 2014 Service Manual page 80

 NOTE: Do not disassemble the countershaft assem-
bly unless necessary. If necessary, see Servicing
Center Crankcase Components sub-section.
6. Using a rubber mallet, tap on the crankcase to
remove the driveshaft.
7. Note the timing marks on the crank balancer assem-
bly (B) gear and crankshaft (C) gear for assembling
purposes; then slide the crank balancer gear off the
crank balancer. Account for the key in the keyway.
8. Remove the crank balancer.
 NOTE: There is a flat spot on the crank balancer bear-
ing flange to allow clearance past the crankshaft.
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9. Remove the snap ring securing the water pump driven
gear shaft.
10. Using a hydraulic press, remove the crankshaft assem-
bly.
 NOTE: Use a protective end cap to prevent damage to
the crankshaft threads.
11. Remove the cap screws securing the oil strainer cap; then
remove the cap.
12. Remove the two cap screws securing the oil strainer;
then remove the strainer.
 NOTE: Thoroughly clean any sealant from the oil
strainer cap.
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Unless the secondary drive gear, bevel gear, or bear-
ings require service, do not remove the secondary drive
assembly from the case. If removed, bevel gear back-
lash will have to be adjusted requiring re-shimming of
the drive bevel gear shaft.
13. To remove the secondary drive/bevel gear, remove the
secondary drive bearing housing; then remove the nut
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securing the drive/bevel gear shaft in the bearing and
using a plastic mallet, drive the shaft out of the bearing.
Account for shim/shims.
 NOTE: Shims should be measured and kept for a start-
ing point in adjusting backlash.
CAUTION
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