Arctic Cat M 8000, Service Manual

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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.

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
10. Remove the cap screw and lock nut securing the rear
arm to the slide rail. Account for the serrated axles
and axle tube.
FZ103A
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
1. Clean the bearings with a clean cloth.
2. Inspect each idler wheel for cracks or damage.
3. Inspect the bushings (located in the arm pivot area)
for wear or damage.
4. Inspect all welds and the tubing of the rear arm/idler
arm for cracks or unusual bends.
5. Inspect the two adjusting cams for damage.
6. Rotate the idler wheel bearings (by hand) and check
for binding or roughness.
7. If a bearing must be replaced, see Idler
Wheels/Mounting Blocks - Cleaning and Inspecting
in this sub-section.
INSTALLING
1. Place the rear arm assembly into position between
the slide rails. Secure with a cap screw and lock nut.
Tighten to 40 ft-lb.