Is the front differential on my Polaris Ranger bad?

Is the front differential on my Polaris Ranger bad?

The UTV drives normally when going backwards. When I got home I put the machine up in the air and even in two wheel drive mode the front tiers turn. I called my dealer and they said the front differential is most likely bad and needs replacement (the diff is $1,100.00) plus labor.

What happens if front gearcase is locked on Polaris Ranger?

If the front gearcase remains locked after following these instructions, see your Polaris Dealer for service. Note that damage to the differential can occur if it is engaged while the vehicle is traveling at high speeds or while the rear wheels are spinning. Slow the vehicle to nearly stopped before engaging the differential.

How to replace rear wheel bearing on Polaris Sportsman?

This video is part 1 of how to replace a rear wheel bearing on a Polaris Sportsman 500 H.O. This video demonstrates one way of removing the rear axle bearing without using a press. If you’re following this video to replace your wheel bearing, take your time and be sure to use caution beating the old axle bearing out of the hub assembly.

What kind of drive does a Polaris Ranger have?

The All-Wheel Drive (AWD) switch on your Polaris® RZR®, Ranger® or General® has either two or three positions, depending on your model’s features. All switches have AWD and Two-Wheel Drive. The switch on models equipped with a lockable differential has a third position for turf mode.

If the front gearcase remains locked after following these instructions, see your Polaris Dealer for service. Note that damage to the differential can occur if it is engaged while the vehicle is traveling at high speeds or while the rear wheels are spinning. Slow the vehicle to nearly stopped before engaging the differential.

Where can I buy a 1999 Polaris Ranger?

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What do you need to know about Polaris Ranger?

1. Stop the vehicle. 2. Operate in reverse for at least 10 feet (3 meters). 3. Stop completely. 4. Shift into low gear and drive forward. 5. If the front gearcase remains locked after following these instructions, see your Polaris Dealer for service.

This video is part 1 of how to replace a rear wheel bearing on a Polaris Sportsman 500 H.O. This video demonstrates one way of removing the rear axle bearing without using a press. If you’re following this video to replace your wheel bearing, take your time and be sure to use caution beating the old axle bearing out of the hub assembly.