Arctic Cat 650 Twin2004, Service Manual

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3. Remove the nut securing the hub. Account for a
washer and a hub seal.
4. Remove the brake caliper.
5. Remove the hub assembly.
6. Remove the cotter pin from the tie rod end and
remove the tie rod end from the knuckle.
7. Remove the two cap screws securing the ball
joints in the knuckle.
8. Tap the ball joint end out of the knuckle; then
remove the knuckle.
9. Remove the seal from the knuckle.
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10. Remove the bearing retainer.
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11. Remove the bearings.
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
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NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively,
cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is
necessary.
1. Clean all knuckle components.
2. Inspect the bearing for pits, gouges, rusting, or
premature wear.
3. Inspect the knuckle for cracks, breaks, or porosity.
4. Inspect threads for stripping or damage.
! CAUTION
Use extreme care when removing the bearing. If
the bearing is allowed to fall, it will be damaged
and will have to be replaced.