Arctic Cat 2014 XF 2-STROKE, Service Manual

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Rear Arm Assembly (F)
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NOTE: To service the rear arm assembly on the RR
models, proceed to Rear Arm Assembly (RR) in this
sub-section.
REMOVING
1. With the skid frame removed using the Rear Suspen-
sion Spring Tool, remove the spring from the adjust-
ing cam.
2. Mark the offset arm and the idler arm for assembly
purposes.
FZ034
3. Loosen the cap screws and lock nuts securing the
offset arm assembly to the idler arm; then remove the
offset arm assembly. Account for a flanged axle,
idler spacer, and washer.
FZ035A
4. Remove the idler wheel.

NOTE: Use the Idler Wheel Puller Kit to remove the
wheel.
FZ037
5. Remove the cap screw, flat washer, and lock nut
securing the spring slide to the slide rail. Account for
the spring slide and all mounting hardware.
6. Remove the spring and sleeve from the idler arm.
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NOTE: Use the same procedure for the other side.
7. Remove the cap screw and lock nut securing the
upper shock eyelet to the idler arm; then remove the
cap screw and lock nut securing the upper shock link
to the idler arm. Account for the cap screws, lock
nuts, and sleeves.
8. Remove the cap screw (A) and lock nut securing the
rear arm shock absorber to the rear shock pivot; then
remove the cap screw (B) and lock nut securing the
shock absorber link to the pivot and account for the
cap screws, lock nuts, and sleeves.
FZ102A
9. Remove the cap screw securing the rear arm to the
idler arm. Account for the aluminum axle.
FZ101A
! WARNING
Care must be taken when removing the spring or dam-
age or injury could result.