Polaris Widetrak LX 2008 User Manual

6.14
Drive and Brake Systems
9923396 - 2007-2012 EDGE/Widetrak LX Service Manual
©2011 Polaris Sales Inc.
Input Shaft Inspection
1. Inspect bearings to verify they roll smoothly with no
flat spots.
2. Remove bearings using a bearing splitter and press.
3. Discard seals and thrust washers. Replace with new
parts.
4. Inspect gear and input shaft teeth for rounded edges
and abnormal wear. Replace parts with new where
applicable.
5. Inspect engagement dog and sprocket engagement
tabs. Verify no edge rounding exists. Replace parts if
engagement tabs are rounded-off.
6. Inspect needle bearing cages and rollers. Verify
cages are not cracked and rollers are free from flat
spots.
7. When installing a new bearing, press on, or support
inner race while pressing bearing on to shaft.
8. Lubricate needle bearings and splines with
recommended gearcase engine oil lubricant.
Low / Reverse Shaft Inspection
1. Press bearing from end of shaft using a press and
bearing separator.
2. Closely inspect drive dogs. Replace gear and mating
gear if rounded, chipped or broken.
3. Inspect needle bearings for wear or cracks on cage.
Shiny spots on cage indicate wear and the bearing
should be replaced. Inspect shaft and thrust washers
for galling or wear. Always replace snap rings if
removed.
BEARING
THRUST WASHER
LOW GEAR
INPUT SHAFT
RVS SPROCKET
SNAP RING
ENGAGEMENT DOG
SPROCKET
NEEDLE BEARING
THRUST WASHER
SNAP RING
BEARING
SEAL
SEAL
BEARING
BEARING
SNAP RING
THRUST WASHER
NEEDLE BEARING
THRUST WASHER
ENGAGEMENT DOG
GEAR
SNAP RING
THRUST WASHER
NEEDLE BEARING
GEAR
SHAFT
GEAR
THRUST WASHER
SNAP RING

Polaris Widetrak LX 2008 Specifications

General

Brand	Polaris
Model	Widetrak LX 2008
Category	Offroad Vehicle
Language	English