2005-2007 Polaris Ranger 500 service manual, Page 237Get this manual
FINAL DRIVE Differential Removal
123Follow "Rear Drive Shaft Removal" procedure to remove the drive axles from each side of the rear differentialDisconnect the differential solenoid wire harnessRemove the four bolts that secure the rear differential brackets to the frame
Differential Disassembly
IMPORTANT: The pinion gear assembly is NOT intended to be disassembled from the case, as it requires special OEM tooling in order to properly reassembleIf there is any damage to the pinion gear, bearings or case, the assembly must be replacedPinion and ring gear shimming information is NOT provided due to OEM manufacturing requirements12Drain and properly dispose of used gearcase fluidIf necessary, remove the rear differential mount brackets from the rear differential