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9923983 - 2012-2013 RZR 170 Service Manual
© Copyright 2012 Polaris Sales Inc.
REAR AXLE
Axle Housing Removal
1. Elevate the rear end of the vehicle far enough off the
ground to remove the wheel(s).
2. Loosen and remove the (4) wheel nuts
3. Remove the dust boot to access the rear hub retaining
nut.
4. Remove the cotter pin, castle nut and dome washer.
5. Loosen the outer jam nut and back off the inner
adjustment nut on each chain adjuster to remove
tension.
6. Remove the (2) fasteners retaining the LH axle
housing to the swing arm.
7. Remove the LH axle housing from the axle (see “Axle
Housing Service” if replacing the bearing or seal).
8. Remove the (2) bolts retaining the rear brake caliper
and remove the caliper from the disc. CAUTION: Do
not hang the caliper by the brake line. Use a strap or
mechanics wire to hang caliper to prevent damage to
the brake line.
9. Remove the (2) axle retaining nuts and the (2)
fasteners retaining the RH axle housing to the swing
Severe injury could occur if machine tips or falls.
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