2005-2006 Honda ATV TRX500FE/FM/TM FourTrax Foreman Factory Service Manual, Page 308Get this manual
FRONT DRIVING MECHANISM (FMFE models)
FRONT FINAL GEAR DISASSEMBLY INSPECTION
PROPELLER SHAFT INSPECTION
Remove the boot band and boot from the propeller shaft joint and remove the propeller shaft joint and spring TM =MAt"'
BOOT Check the splines of the propeller shaft and joint for wear or damageIf they are damaged, check the splines of the output shaft and outer ringCheck the rubber seals for fatigue or damageCheck the boots for cuts, deterioration or damageRUBBER SEAL