Snorkel / Output Gear Backlash Procedure - Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI 4x4 2012 Service Manual

Snorkel / Output Gear Backlash Procedure

1. Reassemble the snorkel shaft assembly by reversing
the disassembly procedure (see "Transmission
Snorkel Shaft Removal / Disassembly" in previous
section).
2. Apply a small amount of white lithium grease on the
threads of the snorkel tube.
3. Install the snorkel shaft into the gearcase. Using the
4. Inspect the output gear assembly and replace
5. Install the output gear assembly. Be sure to properly
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Snorkel Tool (PA-50231), tighten the snorkel tube
about 10 full rotations. Do not completely tighten
the snorkel tube.
bearings if needed. Inspect each gear for damage,
chips or abnormal worn teeth.
mesh the snorkel shaft bevel gear with the output
bevel gear.
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