2012 Sportsman 400/500 and EFI Tractor Service Manual 9923412, Page 111Get this manual
ENGINE RECOIL (ACCESSORY)
Recoil DisassemblyInspection
NOTE: 2009 models are not equipped with recoil as standard equipmentThis section intended for reference4Remove center bolt from recoil friction plate (A)
CAUTION
The recoil is under spring tensionA face shield and eye protection is required during this procedureReplace any parts found to be worn or damaged