Front Drive Actuator - removing
2004 650 Twin Arctic Cat ATV
Front Drive Actuator
NOTE: The actuator is not a serviceable component. If it is defective, it must be replaced.
NOTE: The actuator will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
The front drive actuator is located on the left side of the front drive input housing. With the engine stopped and the ignition switch in the ON position, a momentary "whirring" sound can be heard each time the front drive selector switch is shifted. If no sound is heard, see Section 5. If the actuator runs constantly or makes squealing or grinding sounds, the actuator must be replaced.
Removing
- Remove the left-front inner fender panel, then disconnect the three-prong connector on the actuator harness.
- Using a T-30 torx wrench, remove the mounting cap screw from the driveshaft side of the actuator.
- Remove the mounting cap screw from below the actuator on the suspension side.
- Loosen but do not remove the mounting cap screw at the front of the actuator; then slide the actuator to the rear enough to clear the slotted mounting tab and the selector shaft. Account for an O-ring.
Updated on: Thursday, November 26, 2020