2002-2007 Suzuki 500 LTA Service Manual, Page 374Get this manual
LT-A500FK3 ('03-MODEL) 10-5
Never reuse snap ringAfter snap ring has been removed from shaft, it should be discarded and new snap ring must be installed When installing new snap ring, care must be taken not to expand the end gap larger than required to slip the snap ring over the shaft After installing snap ring, always ensure that it is completely seated in its groove and securely fitted When installing new snap ring, pay attention to the directon of the snap ringFit it to the side where the thrust is as shown in figure