2001 Polaris Sportsman 400-500 DUSE and H.O. Service Manual, Page 268Get this manual
FINAL DRIVE
REAR DRIVE SHAFT SERVICE, CONT(Boot Replacement)
1Remove CV joint from end of shaft(See page 7.34) 2Remove boot from shaftNOTE:When replacing damaged boot, check the grease for contamination by rubbing it between two fingersA gritty feeling indicates contaminationIf the grease is not contaminated, the boot can be replaced without cleaning the CV jointUse the recommended amount of grease for boot replacement only (see below)Proceed to Boot Installation
(CV Joint CleaningReplacement)
3Thoroughly clean and dry the CV joint and inspect ball tracks and cages for wear, cracks or other damageNOTE:Shiny areas in ball tracks and on the cage spheres are normalDo not replace CV joints because parts have polished surfacesReplace CV joint only if components are cracked, broken, worn or otherwise unserviceable4Add the recommended amount of grease for CV joint cleaning to the joint as shown belowBe sure grease penetrates all parts of the joint
(Boot Installation)