Arctic Cat 650 Twin2004, Service Manual

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7-4
Front A-Arms
REMOVING
1. Secure the ATV on a support stand to elevate the
wheel; then remove the wheel.
2. Remove the wheel cap from the hub; then remove
the cotter pin from the nut.
KX041
3. Remove the nut securing the hub. Account for a
washer.
4. Remove the brake caliper.
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.
AF626D
10. Remove the cap screws securing the A-arms to the
frame.
! WARNING
Make sure the ATV is solidly supported on the sup-
port stand to avoid injury.