DIY How to Replace a Rear CV Shaft \Axle on a Polaris Sportsman ATV Bad CV Joint Clicking Repair CV

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This video covers the process of replacing a CV Half Shaft on a 2003 Polaris Sportsman 500 H.O. The procedure covered in this video will be the same, or similar, on many other ATVs, UTVs, quads, and side by sides, including Polaris, Honda, Suzuki, Yamaha, Kawasaki Can-Am and more. At the beginning of the video, I demonstrate what a bad CV join can sound like, especially when going around a comer or with a passenger. I also cover how to replace the rear gear case seal on a 2003 Polaris Sportsman 500 H.O.
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[@Lawdog]

Mark, this is one of the best videos out there on this topic. You're a good teacher. Thanks for taking the time to make the video.

[@vernonchristopher1379]

I appreciate your instruction! I know it takes a lot of effort to make a video, but I appreciate it! Thank You! Vern in CA.

[@bowhunter10167]

Another great video , would never attempted these repairs without watching your videos first

[@joenicholas3288]

Mark, I did this job yesterday morning, quite literally could not have done it without you. Superb video. Thank you so much!

[@paymaker11]

This was a life saver. Just picked up a sportsman 500 that need one rear. Thank you for posting this!👍👍👍

[@nickjacob6497]

Perfect video Mark! Straight to all the points, with excellent camera work. I’m a novice mech, but with info like yours, it helps tremendously. Cheers!

[@tommykid29]

Great detailed video. My 17 year-old OEM axle came out of the case on the 3rd pull. No doubt lots of people have benefited from your videos!!

[@GuruDSac]

I'm new to atv DIY and this video saved me a lot of grief. Thanks for taking the time to do it!

[@robstokes4346]

Thanks for video. Changed both rear shafts in a couple of hours thanks to your videos. PLEASE keep them coming.

[@MikeNelson-rp6ii]

After watching I have no doubt I can replace the joints on my ATV. Thanks for sharing.

[@koriieffenberger3559]

Thanks man this video helped me out on a Sunday, its one of those videos where everything you need to know is in the video. Great video thanks

[@jmccomas2010]

Perfect trick to remove that xtra part around 8:30 for more room. Did that and tugged it right out. Thanks!

[@jamiewalker5216]

Thanks for the video. I have to replace the rear axel on my atv and your explanation of the procedure was exactly what I was looking for.

[@robertlinton8843]

Very good video I have a 2011 polices do u have a video for front axle remove all and replacement as well

[@jasonharris4926]

Ty sir. Just broke yet another axle on my sportsman 800. Watched this vid for a little refresher as I’ve already done all 4 axles on this thing a couple years ago. Great vid 👍

[@macferron]

Excellent to-the-point how-to videos! Clear concise. Others should watch this on how to produce their videos. This helped tremendously.

[@stevenagel2908]

Hey Mark, I would like to thank you for your videos. I just watch this video because I have the same issue on my atv ( 2004 sportsman 600 ) your video help me out and I appreciate guys like you who take the time to make these videos. Again thanks you.

[@craig2510]

Thanks for the video. I just replaced the rear CV axles on my 05 Sportsman 800. Watching this video first saved me some head scratching. BTW, it's a good time to replace worn upper/inner a-arm bushings while you have the axle out.

[@sven-zq9hi]

Still helping people to this day and many more to come I’m sure 😂😂 replacing mine while this video is playing. Thank you!!

[@hankthomas2293]

I like your work . Really good view of the work from camera angles and explain what you are doing very well.

[@sixfourhim]

You are very good at explaining everything, very nice job and extremly helpful for us not so mechanicaly inclined.....

[@BraveTheWilds]

Great camera work and great commentary. This really helped me out. I'm working on a buddies Polaris tonight and this will make it a breeze. Looks like the same stuff I did with my Kodiak 4x4 but it's nice to know Polaris is the same process

[@tracyperry6869]

I feel more comfortable after watching this video thank you very much and please don't stop videoing you explain yourself so we can understand what you are doing god bless

[@kevinrappold7795]

THE best and most detailed video out there for this particular task!

[@jamesbrown25]

Hey Mark , great video, I’m definitely a novice but your video was very informative, GREAT JOB!!!

[@MrCarsoncozmo]

Dude, your video is awesome! Without it, I would have had to load the 4-wheeler onto a trailer, take it over to my mechanic buddy's house and let him do it... I was done in less time following your great video than the above. Thanks so much, you rock. Your style is great and no, the fan noise did not bother me...

[@andywarren9118]

Thank you for this video. I have referred to it more than once. Probably more than 10 times. I wish I didn't have to work on my 4X4, but it's good that you have helped me out when I had to.

[@skeeter308]

Thanks for posting. I just bought a 04 sportsman 400 and this is one of things I need to fix. Great timing.

[@TitaniummanGarage]

Helpful Vid. You do things the way I do. Carb cleaner or whatever's laying around to clean it.

[@crbard75]

Awesome video for someone like myself that isn't mechanically inclined. Very helpful and thank you

[@howardleggatt6645]

Excellent video. Great lighting. You showed all of the parts in the lower control arm connection, but missed all of the upper arm. those bushings seem to take a beating.

[@fredmassoni672]

you did a great job showing and teaching, thanks buddy.

[@prtsparta]

Great video! Helped me with my 2014 sportsman 400. It's the same process, I had to get pry bars though to take my CV shaft out. I made sure to lube the new ones with anti seize lube to heopefully help next time!

[@deantonello9515]

Great job. I was stuck on pulling the axle. Got it now

[@sampsoncountylawdawg]

This is one of the best videos for showing and explaining the process as I've ever seen. This video made this a very simple and easy fix for a do it yourselfer. Thank you so much. I will definitely subscribe and hope to watch more of your videos.

[@paulsane480]

Dude thank u for the camera view I don't know how many people make videos and u can't see shit this was extremely helpful if I need to change them

[@MrDygga]

Looked informative video even for me who is not mechanic and just thinking to get used atv . GREAT WORK!

[@shawndwyer6209]

Mark, your videos are excellent and very comprehensive. You're the 'Chris Fix' of Polaris ATV maintenance! Thanks for your contributions! I've got 3 Polaris 500's, different years, and reference your videos whenever I need help.

[@seanreichle498]

Thanks for the video. Made me want to try this on my 2004 700 efi, was a great reference to check along the way and made for a simple job.

[@stephenandsandrawood1210]

Thanks Mark, this was an excellent video and without it, likely wouldn't have been able to do this repair

[@beerme844]

Great videos. Thanks for helping me maintain my Polaris.

[@bestviewdronephotographyvi686]

Damn good video. Gave me the confidence to do this myself. Saved me a bunch of money. Also would like to point out that if your suspension bushings need replacing, this is a perfect time to do it. Mine were SHOT!

[@jjwiggs28]

Super helpful video, sir! Gives me the confidence to DIY. Great job!

[@EKoston3]

Mark Jenkins, here's a tip for removing those seals...drywall or deck screw. Tap it in with a hammer, screw it in a few threads, than use vise grips or hammer to pull out seal with screw. Works every time. 👍

[@danzimmer5955]

Great video, I'm right in the middle of the inner boot replacement. About ready to start putting it back together. Still waiting on a few parts. Rubber bushings all crumbled.

[@johnnydizz-gq7ug]

Super video... Easy to follow. I have no mechanical experience and this video made it a breeze!! Aslo saved me big bucks.. Thanks !!!

[@4gearheads380]

Thanks for the really educational video i have a polaris sportsman but im kinda new to fixing stuff on it and mine was clicking too but i thought because my boot is tore that it was that hitting the wheel so i bought a new one originally thinking it was that so i watched this video so i could see how to take the cv joint off so i could change the boot but after hearing your 4 wheeler I looked back at the title and realized i need to buy a new cv joint instead of the boot so thanks for that!

[@EugenePelrine]

And I Loved this clip. Well done. I haven't tackled anything yet.

[@xxxtazmanxxxx]

Hi Mark thanks for tie video. I liked how you showed the symptom that we should be looking for before just jumping to changing the CV. I have that exact sound that just started today. My question is is a unit still rideable if you don't change the CV or will it cause more damage to other parts of the unit? Also I have a 2008 Polaris 800 HO would this be similar on how to change it out? One last question if you change one side should you automatically change the other?

[@Themadvanner]

thanks mark for your help, you make it look easy, its not rocket science, i appreciate it.

[@Jizden_Mipanz]

i replaced the inner rear cv on my 2003 500 h.o. following along to your other video!!! went well but 2 weeks later the rear outer right broke. is it the same boot/part number? last time i used the exact same one that you did, just reused the original clamp because i didn't want to buy the tool for the aftermarket clamps... worked great though. thank you for your videos, i feel you will save me a ton of money vs. the stealer

[@JorgeSanchez-yg1cr]

Great Vid!! Well explained keep them coming!!

[@briandeines5019]

Mark Jenkins Did you get lucky? My axle just came apart. now I have nothing to grab. what do you think about drilling a hole into the outer of the inner joint so i can spray wd-40 in there? will it loosen up the compression ring? Is there enough space between the two axles? i don't want to damage the other side (right side). I've tried prying with no luck. I'm a little worried about cracking the transmission. Any advice will be greatly appreciated. great video. AMAZING TO ME HOW YOU RECORD VIDEO WHILE TRYING TO GET A JOB DONE

[@stephenormsby3662]

Excellent video. Thanks for posting.

[@JasperGuy]

Thank you for the detail install ❤

[@Smalltechguy]

First time watching your channel. Your removal got very lucky that it didn't snap in two sections. It must have not been that bad. Now if you have made a video on how to remove a very stubborn inner cap off the differential without breaking it, that would be awesome. I didn't catch the year of your sportsman though? Your instructions were straight forward.

[@mikesandstrom3932]

Thanks for the great video. I have this problem with my 500 HO Sportsman and I think I can do it now. Just one question though. How difficult is it to repair the CV joint versus replacing the whole axle?.

[@keithague4617]

This video was awesome. Did my 2004 600 sportsman with ease.

[@eddieh517]

Thanks so much, my cv just started clicking, it gave me ideas how to replace.

[@TheBeemerfan]

Very good!! I don’t torque most of them either. Thanks a lot!!

[@dreamlookautodetailingauto3353]

Great informative video, thanks for sharing... I really appreciate it!

[@EugenePelrine]

I may have missed diagnosis. Your working on left rear. Was clicking coming from there. Just discovered clicking on left side of 2013 Polaris Sportsman 500HD. Was hoping clicking was compromise the boot with broken clamp on bottom boot. Any advice is appreciated

[@crusherlord]

great video.. It'll be a big help when i get around to doing them on the wifes 08 sportsman

[@Countryboy34]

This helped so much!! Thanks for making the vid!

[@swerner4781]

Thank you. Just what we needed to do the job!

[@crowdcontrolinc]

Good advice , video worked for me! Yes gettin some jerking room helped!

[@buddymullins6424]

Very helpful good job . Fixing to do mine tomorrow thanks a lot.

[@shaunharris4417]

thanks, this was exactly what I needed to see

[@micflynn1]

If one side won't come out you can go on the other side and use a 1/2" rod and a hammer to drive the axle out! Mine wouldn't come out either side, so I took one side apart used a hardened foot long drill bit and drilled a hole thur the inner CV housing till it came out the gap that's between the two axles. Then drove a rod threw the hole and knocked the opposite side axle out then went around and drove the drilled axle out!! Moral of the story, use anti-seize grease on the axle splines because Polaris axles like to rust in place!!!

[@rcosman1]

Great video. My bearing behind the seal you replaced is shot. Does it remove from the outside like the seal or is it an internal job?

[@daltonrannkin3485]

I just did this exact job to my fourwheeler. once I took it for a test run the clicking and popping noise was still there. any ideas of what I could have done wrong or what the issue could be. thanks. video was very helpful

[@gabrielmunoz735]

Thanks for the video! You saved me a lot of time.

[@filabila]

Your axle came out so easy compared to mine 😂😂 slide hammer saved me

[@MrThunderbird53]

Thanks you answered my question about the grease cup, when I pulled the shaft the grease cup stayed in the gear case. Is there a way to get the grease cup off so I can change my upper A-Arm bushings?

[@brucesmith8194]

Great video mate really helped

[@spencertyson9545]

Thank for this video, it was very useful

[@Meadowmuffinfarms]

Thanks Mark, this answered a lot of my questions..

[@chadilacnissen9717]

This video is so amazing. YOU ROCK!

[@gatorsaint1]

Awesome video. Only problem for me is that I can't pry the axle out of the gear box on either side. Tug ripped the boot right off. Any advice would be appreciated.

[@DaveCantley]

how have these axles held up? was wondering if they compare well to the OEM ones?

[@shane_taylor]

Nice job. Very helpful.

[@jeffrasmussen9215]

Very good video, helped me a bunch, thanks

[@fredrickwise1947]

Verry helpfully thank u have a blessed day

[@sixfourhim]

Awesome job. I have a 2011 500 so how different is that than the 2003

[@rosslowry2844]

This help me a lot. Thank you

[@karenbesst8487]

Thanks Mark very helpful Rich

[@jeffneitzel1585]

Great video, thanks for sharing

[@shawnmartin7790]

great video, at 11:20 is that a crack I see just to the right of the hole about 2inchs long?

[@barrybajuk8835]

My question is with the spline and shaft (14:00) minute mark of your video. On my Polaris those splines are rusty and warn. Water gets in there when you drive in deep water/mud. But how do you prevent this or keep that greased without completely disassembly. The shaft spline to diff spline becomes dry rusty water filled and wears out. Why isn’t there a grease nipple ? Why doesn’t the seal prevent water/mud enter the spline area? Any advice thanks

[@michaelesparza9201]

Could you do a vid on replacing the front axles? Soon

[@kiario891]

Amazing video helped a lot even though i have a different atv. Earned a sub :)

[@gradywight8372]

Kia Rio h

[@betsypwnsyou]

Thank you for posting this .

[@vtwinclassic]

awesome video perfect thanks all I need to know

[@rooster4609]

Hey man i got that same noise on my outlaw 500 can you send me to the right direction for these i cant seem to find them online thanks

[@paulweerdenburg3121]

The washers on the main axle nut are conical shaped and are designed to keep tension on the axle and need to be installed with the dish shaped towards the hub

[@kawasakikfx700guy8]

That's what I'm doing to my polaris too, replacing the two seals

[@moo.johnference869]

Excellent video...thank you

[@briancosta1541]

Very helpful, thank you

[@madisonh1000]

having problem with 1999 335 sportsman Polaris .the a- arm bracket on the transmission is so close to the boot clamp that it knocks the clamp off the big end of boot. trying to figure out why this is happening, any thoughts?