TRANSMISSION
8.6
TRANSMISSION REMOVAL
Alloperationsregardingtransmissionfrontoutputhousingassemblycanbeperformedwithtransmissioninstalled
in frame.
1. Remove the inner PVT cover. Refer to Clutch
Chapter.
2. Remove complete airbox assembly and
transmission vent line.
3. Loosen rear wheel nuts slightly.
4. Elevate and support machine under
footrest/frame area.
CAUTION: Serious injury may result if machine tips
or falls. Be sure machine is secure before beginning
this service procedure. Wear eye protection when re-
moving and installing bearings and seals.
5. Remove wheel nuts and wheels.
6. Apply hand and auxiliary brakeand removebrake
disc retaining nut and washer . NOTE: Domed
side of washer faces nut.
7. Remove rear (auxiliary) brake caliper and disc.
Support caliper on right hand foot rest.
8. Disconnect transmission shift linkage rods.
Remove right hand shock absorber .
9. Disconnect harness from gear position switches.
10. Remove right rear drive shaft (see page 7.32).
Domed side
toward nut
Pull outward to remove
from transmission