pull the chain case apart and remove the chain and sprockets. There is a drain on the inside of the tunnel to drain the oil. Remove the suspension, then remove the bearing retaqiners from the chain case and the speedo drive side. Slide the shaft towards the chaincase and then drop down the oppposite side and pull it out. Watch where the bearing is placed to the speedo side and put that bearing on and lock it into place. After that reverse the removal sequence and you will be good to go. Watch the front arm of the rear suspension so it does not buckle under when you pet the suspension back in.

 

There is a YouTube video of a guy doing it on an older Arctic Cat but the process is the same. I'm no mechanic either but I've done it twice now on 2 different sleds, 1 with reverse and electric start which adds a whole bunch of extra stuff to take off (and remember how it goes back on). Also lots and lots of threads with pics on this forum and others. Google "arctic cat drive shaft bearing" and you'll find plenty of info.

It's really not a bad job. Some guys do it without dropping the rear suspension. I think it's easier if you do and it gives you an opportunity to give it a good once over checking the wheel bearings, shocks, replace sliders if necessary. Also a good time to change/upgrade your track if you're considering that.

Pay attention to how things came off and take lots of pics as you go to refer back to if you get stuck and can't remember something.

An extra set of hands is very helpful if you have someone that can help you.

Feel free to PM me if you have any questions or post them here...lots and lots of help available.

Dave