2000-2003 Honda TRX350 Rancher factory service manual, Page 256Get this manual
FRONT DRIVING MECHANISM (FMFE models) PINION GEAR REMOVAL Remove the pinion joint from the differential by pulling it to force the stopper ring at the pinion gear shaft past the groove in the pinion jointRemove the oil seal, O-ring and stopper ringOIL SEAL STOPPER RING O-RING
PINION JOINT
Be caref ul that metal particles do not enter the bearing and the threads of the case are not damaged
Unstake the pinion bearing lock nut with drill or grinder
LOCK NUT Unstake
Remove the lock nut and discard itTOOL: Lock nut wrench, 34