Crankshaft Removal / Inspection - Polaris GENERAL 2016 Service Manual

5. Measure each bearing journal in two locations, 90
degrees apart. Replace balance shaft if either journal
is worn below the service limit specification. If worn
past the service limit, replace the balance shaft
assembly.
MEASUREMENT
Balance Shaft Diameter (MAG & PTO):
1.4939 - 1.4946" (37.946 - 37.962 mm)
Service Limit:
1.4921" (37.900 mm)

CRANKSHAFT REMOVAL / INSPECTION

1. Perform Crankcase Disassembly / Inspectionpage
3.48 procedure.
2. Perform Balance Shaft Removal / Inspectionpage
3.50 procedure.
3. For ease of assembly, mark each connecting rod and
end cap.
4. Loosen, remove and discard the four connecting rod
q
bolts . Remove the end caps from the crankshaft.
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ENGINE / COOLING SYSTEM
5. Carefully lift the crankshaft
e
6. Remove the cam chain
r
and PTO main seal from the crankshaft.
7. Inspect the crankshaft gear
y
for broken or worn teeth.
8. If the crankshaft gear or sprocket is damaged, the
crankshaft assembly must be replaced.
w
out of the crankcase.
3
t
, oil pump drive chain
u
and auxiliary sprocket
3.51