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KM573
7. Remove the brake hose clamp from the A-arm; then
remove the cotter pins and slotted nuts securing the
upper and lower ball joints.
KM570
8. Remove the shock absorber mounting cap screws;
then remove the shock absorber assembly.
9. Using a ball joint remover, remove the ball joints
from the knuckle; then remove the front bumper.
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
1. Clean the knuckle in parts-cleaning solvent; then dry
with compressed air. If any damage or excessive
wear is detected, the knuckle must be replaced.
2. Inspect the ball joint for boot damage or wear.
Replace the A-arm if the ball joint is damaged or
worn.
3. Inspect the arm for broken welds, cracks, or bends.
Replace if damaged.
4. Remove the bushings and dust seals and inspect for
damage to seal lips and spacers.
NOTE: The pivots are equipped with roller bear-
ings. The bearing rollers may fall out when the spac-
ers are removed.
5. Check the bearings for excessive wear and replace
them if worn.
6. Using a suitable bearing remover, remove the pivot
bearings; then clean all parts in parts-cleaning sol-
vent.
SP382
NOTE: All bearings, bushings, and seals that are
removed must be replaced with new ones.
INSTALLING
1. Install the bearings in the upper arm pivot to a depth
of 13.6 mm (0.535 in.) with a bearing installer and
suitable spacer.
ATV2196A
2. Coat the spacers and the lips of the dust seals with
multi-purpose grease; then install them in the upper
pivot.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the lower A-arm.
4. Clean all grease from the ball joint tapers and the
knuckle bores; then install the arms to the steering
knuckle and tighten the ball joint nuts to 22 ft-lb.
Install new cotter pins.
SP388A
NOTE: During assembly, new cotter pins should be
installed.
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