2008 Arctic Cat ThunderCat ATV Service Manual, Page 124Get this manual
9Place drain pan under the ATV to contain any oil leakage; then using slide hammer, remove the drive axle CD020
2Wipe away excess grease to access the retaining ringUsing an awl, remove the circlipAF935
REMOVING FRONT DRIVE AXLE
NOTE: For removing front drive axle, see Front Differential in this section
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
NOTE: Always clean and inspect the drive axle components to determine if any service or replacement is necessary
1Using clean towel, wipe away any oil or grease from the axle components