2004 Polaris Sportsman 600/700 Service Manual, Page 175Get this manual

2004 Polaris Sportsman 600/700 Service Manual, Page 175

1()1 FRONT DRIVE SHAFT CV JOINT BOOT REPLACEMENT
1Remove wheel, brake caliper and wheel hubRefer to Front Drive Axle Removal Page 7.3 for
procedure2Remove cotter pin and castle nut from Aarm ball jointRetaining ring
Remove small clamp and boot from driveshaft
NOTE:lf the ATV has been operated with damaged boot, the CV joint grease may be contaminatedInspect the grease carefully for contam ination, and clean the joint thoroughly if necessaryFront drive axle CV boot replacement requires 30g of greaseIf CV joint is cleanedan additional 30g of grease is requiredRefer to information followingDisconnect A-arm from ball joint using tie rod lorkBefore installing the new boot, remove all grease from the boot area and shaft
NOTE: It is very important to use the correct type and quantity of greaseUse the grease contained in the boot kitDO NOT use substitute grease and DO NOT overfill or underfill the CV joint
CV Joint Grease .JOg (PN 135(046) CV Boot Clamp Pliers: Earless Type (PN 870(226)