2008 Arctic Cat ATVs factory service and repair manual, Page 388Get this manual
A CAUTION
The bearing ring must go onto the shaft with the side without splines facing toward the small clamp of the inner boot or severe damage will result
8Inspect the axle components for correct positioning of the four clampsAlso, inspect the boots for being correctly positioned on the shaft
INSTALLING REAR DRIVE AXLE
1Slide the drive axle into place in the gear caseINOTE: To assure proper seating of the axle, give it light pull; the axle should remain "clipped" in place
5Secure the bearing ring with the snap ring making sure the sharp side of the snap ring faces away from the boot
2Swing the knuckle up and onto the drive axle; then place the knuckle into place in the upper A-armSecure the knuckle to the A-arm with cap screw and new lock nutTighten to 35 ft-lb3 Place the hub into position on the axle followed by hex nutTighten the hex nut finger-tight at this time