Arctic Cat M 8000, Service Manual

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CLEANING AND INSPECTING
1. Clean the slide rail using parts-cleaning solvent and
compressed air.
2. Inspect the slide rail for cracks. If any cracks are
found, replace the slide rail.
3. Using a straightedge, inspect the slide rail for any
unusual bends. With the slide rail removed, place the
straightedge along the bottom surface of the slide
rail. If the rail is found to be bent, it must be
replaced.
INSTALLING

NOTE: Use a file to remove any sharp edges on the
lower portion of the rail.
1. Align the wear strip with the openings (windows) in
the track and from the back, start the wear strip onto
the rail; then using a block of wood and a hammer,
drive the wear strip forward into position.
2. Secure with a machine screw and lock nut. Tighten
to 50 in.-lb.
Shock Pads
REMOVING
1. Remove torx-head screws and nuts securing the
shock pads.
2. Remove the rear shock pads.
INSPECTING
1. Inspect the pads for damage or wear.
2. Inspect the rivet holes in the slide rail for damage or
elongation.
INSTALLING
1. Place the pads brackets into position on the slide rail.
2. Secure the pads with existing torx-head screws and
nuts.
Idler Wheels/Mounting
Blocks
REMOVING
1. Remove the cap screw and lock nut securing the idler
wheel to the idler wheel mounting block; then
remove the cap screw and lock nut securing the
mounting block to the slide rail.
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2. Account for a flat washer from the idler wheel cap
screw.
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
1. Clean the bearing with a clean cloth.
2. Inspect each idler wheel for cracks or damage.
3. Rotate the idler wheel bearing (by hand) and inspect
for binding or roughness.
INSTALLING
1. Secure the mounting block on the slide rail with a
cap screw and lock nut. Tighten to 10 ft-lb.
 NOTE: For proper alignment, install an idler wheel
cap screw into the top mounting block hole prior to
tightening.
2. Place the idler wheel to the mounting block; then
secure the idler wheel assembly with a cap screw, flat
washer, and a lock nut. Tighten to 10 ft-lb.
Front Arm Assembly

NOTE: To service the front arm assembly on the RR
models, proceed to Front Arm Assembly (RR) in this
sub-section.
REMOVING
1. With the skid frame removed, remove the cap screws
and lock nuts securing the limiter straps to the front
arm. Account for flat washers.
2. Remove the cap screw and lock nut securing the
upper front shock absorber eyelet to the front arm.
Pull the shock eyelet free of the bracket. Account for
a sleeve.
! WARNING
Always wear an approved pair of safety glasses when
using compressed air.