2005-2007 Polaris Ranger 500 service manual, Page 208Get this manual
FINAL DRIVE 3Drive bearing out evenly by tapping on outer race onlyOnce bearing is at bottom of casting, support casting on outer edges so bearing can be removed
Hub Installation
1234Inspect the hubstrut bearing surface for wear or damageApply grease to drive axle spindleInstall spindle through the backside of the hubstrutInstall the hub onto the spindleApply grease to washer and install with domed side out
NOTE: Due to extremely close tolerances and minimal wear, the bearings must be inspected visually, and by feelWhile rotating bearings by hand, inspect for rough spots, discoloration, or corrosionThe bearings should turn smoothly and quietly, with no detectable up and down movement and minimal movement sideways between inner and outer race4Inspect bearing hubstrut housing for scratches, wear or damageReplace hubstrut housing if damaged
Bearing Installation 5Thoroughly clean the hubstrut housing and the outer race on the new bearingBe sure that all oil residue has been removed from each surfaceApply Loctite RCTM 680 to the outer circumference of the new bearing race and carefully install the new bearing into the strut housing