Plastic Insert Removal / Installation - Polaris A12MH46AX Service Manual

Plastic Insert Removal / Installation

Some Polaris ATVs use a two piece plastic insert in place
of a metal screw. The plastic inserts are simple to remove
and install.
1. Use a pair of diagonal side cutters to lift the plastic
insert (A) until you feel some slight pressure or lift the
insert approximately 1/4" (6.35 mm).
enough pressure on the side cutters to lift up on the
insert. DO NOT apply too much pressure on the side
cutters, or damage to the insert will occur.
A
2. Next, use the diagonal side cutters under outside
insert (B) to completely remove the assembly. NOTE:
The inside insert (A) will still be installed in the outside
insert (B).
B
NOTE: The inside insert (A) will still be installed in
the outside insert (B).
Apply just
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3. To install the inserts, press outside insert (B) into the
hole. Press inside insert (A) until it snaps into place.
NOTE: The outside insert (B) should be flush
surface after installation.
The inside insert (A) should be flush with the top of the
outside insert (B).
A
B
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