2010 Polaris Sportsman 850 Service Manual, Page 225Get this manual
FINAL DRIVE Gearcase Removal (Non-EPS Models)
1Stop engine and place gear selector in ParkADC Reservoir
CAUTION
Serious injury may result if machine tips or fallsBe sure machine is secure before beginning this service procedureAlways wear eye protection234Remove both front drive shafts from the front gearcase (see "FRONT DRIVE SHAFTRemoval")XP Models
Remove the front propshaft from the front gearcase input shaft (see "FRONT PROPSHAFTRemoval")Disconnect the wire harness above the front gearcase and remove the plastic tie strap retaining the wires to the frameRemove the cotter pin and nut from each tie rod end at the steering post frog