2010 Arctic Cat Prowler XT/XTX/XTZ ATV Service Manual, Page 118Get this manual
4Acceptable backlash range is 0.127-0.381 mm (0.005-0.015 inCorrecting Backlash NOTE: If backlash measurement is within the acceptable range, no correction is necessary
1If backlash measurement is less than specified, remove an existing shim, measure it, and install new thinner shim
6To adjust tooth contact, use the following chart to correctly shim the driven shaftTooth Contact
Contact at Top Contact at Root
Shim Correction
Increase Shim Thickness Decrease Shim Thickness
7After correct tooth contact is established, proceed to Checking Backlash in this sub-sectionChecking Backlash 1Install the drive bevel gear assembly and driven bevel gearoutput shaft assembly into the crankcase bottom cover2Mount the dial indicator so the tip is contacting tooth on the secondary drive bevel gearGZ393A
2If backlash measurement is more than specified, remove an existing shim, measure it, and install thicker shimNOTE: Continue to remove, measure, and install until backlash measurement is within toleranceNote the following chartBacklash Measurement