I noticed today that my center sprocket {the one next to the transmission that drives rear wheels} has several teeth gone. I looked at it but really cant tell how to remove and replace it. Can some one give me a step by step on this one.
Thanks
Andy G

BTW...I have a 98 400 Xplorer

 

Andy,
Its really easier than it looks...
I'm going to assume you have the chain drive system that also has the rear brake by the output shaft...
Remove the side cover, you may have to unbolt the fender skirt to floorboard bolts. If your rear brake is on the output shaft, take the two bolts out that hold it in place, let it hang by the line. If your front end is chain drive, remove the bolt that holds the sprocket on the output shaft, take it and the chain and lay it on the floorboard. Slide the brake disc off, (there might be a split ring holding it there.. I don't remember) Next, you will find the output shaft support bearing. Two bolts, and its out of your way. Then there is the sprocket, before removing it, loosen your chain as much as possible. There IS a snap ring holding it in place, remove it, and the sprocket will just slide right off. If you question the condition of the output shaft seal.. now is the time to replace it too...
Make sure you clean the rust/dirt off the shaft thoroughly, and put everything back together with the new parts.
Also, pay close attention to the output shaft support bearing.. the needle types seem to wear faster.
Good Luck Hopefully that helped somewhat..

 

Mudmachine
That was just what i needed. I may tackle the job tomorrow or if not then next weekend.
Thanks again, You were a big help
Andy G

 

Yo Mudmachine
I took my sprocket off today and your directions were right on the money. After I got started it was a lot easier than it looked.
Just wanted to say thanks again
Andy G

 

Andy,
Not a problem.... Glad to here you got it fixed!!!....