2005-2007 Polaris Ranger 500 service manual, Page 229Get this manual
FINAL DRIVE 3Inspect the bearingNOTE: 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 housing for scratches, wear or damageReplace housing if damaged4Install snap ring into groove
Hub Assembly
1Support bottom of bearing carrier housing(A) Bearing Carrier Housing; (B) Bearing; (C) Snap Ring A
Hub Installation
12Start the wheel bearing carrier onto the drive shaftAlign the bottom of carrier housing and lower control armSlide the lower control arm bushings into placeSecure with the lower control arm boltWith the driveshaft placed in the wheel bearing carrier, align the carrier with the top control armSecure with the upper control arm boltC