7-3
7
NOTE: The rear shock absorber-to-lower A-arm
torque factor is 20 ft-lb.
3. Remove the ATV from the support stand.
Front A-Arms
REMOVING
1. Secure the ATV on a support stand to elevate the
front wheels; then remove the wheels.
2. Remove the cotter pin from the nut. Discard the
cotter pin.
CD008
3. Remove the nut securing the hub.
4. Remove the brake caliper. Account for two cap
screws.
CD007
5. Remove the hub assembly.
6. Remove the cotter pin and slotted nut securing the
tie rod end to the knuckle; then remove the tie rod
end from the knuckle.
AF618D
7. Remove the cap screws securing the ball joints to
the knuckle.
AF628D
8. Tap the ball joints out of the knuckle; then remove
the knuckle.
9. Remove the lower shock absorber eyelet from the
upper A-arm.
10. Remove the cap screws securing the A-arms to the
frame.
AF610D
11. Remove the circlip from the ball joint; then
remove the ball joint from the A-arm.
CAUTION
Do not tighten the nuts beyond the recommended
specification or the shock eyelet or mount WILL be
damaged.
! WARNING
Make sure the ATV is solidly supported on the support
stand to avoid injury.
CAUTION
Support the knuckle when removing the cap screws or
damage to the threads will occur.
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