Arctic Cat Sno Pro 120 2011, Service Manual

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ZJ174A
6. Install the shock absorber to the spindle; then install
the cap screw and lock nut. Tighten to 32 ft-lb.
7. On the Z1, install the front bumper to the chassis;
then secure the bumper to the side panels with the
two self-tapping screws.
ZJ166B
8. On the Z1, install the two body screws and lock nuts
securing the bottom of the bumper assembly to the
chassis; then install the hood.
ZJ167A
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NOTE: On the liquid-cooled F-Series to finalize the
installing of the lower A-arms, proceed to Air Silencer
(Liquid-Cooled F-Series 2-Stroke) sub-section in Sec-
tion 3 and follow the INSTALLING procedure.
Front Suspension (Ski)
Shock Absorber
REMOVING
1. Position the front of the snowmobile up onto a safety
stand taking all pressure off the skis.
2. Remove the cap screws securing the shock absorber
to the front end assembly and spindle; then remove
the shock absorber. Account for all mounting hard-
ware.
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NOTE: Note the number of threads exposed
between the spring adjuster and shock housing for
installing purposes.
3. Using the Shock Spring Removal Tool, remove the
spring from the shock body by compressing the
spring; then remove the spring retainer from the top
of the spring. Inspect the shock absorber by quickly
compressing and extending the shock plunger while
firmly holding the shock body. Resistance must be
felt in both directions.
CLEANING AND INSPECTING

NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively,
cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is nec-
essary.
1. Inspect the shock absorber seal area for signs of
excessive oil leakage.
2. Inspect the shock absorber mounting eyelet, bush-
ings, and sleeve for wear or damage.
3. Inspect the threaded shock sleeve for damage or
wear. Clean the sleeve and apply a light coat of
grease to the threads before installing.
INSTALLING
1. Using the shock spring tool, place the spring on the
shock absorber and secure with the retainer.
2. Adjust the retainer nut (spring adjuster) (if applica-
ble) until the specified amount of threads are
exposed between the spring adjuster and the shock
housing (noted in removing) as an initial setting.
3. Install the bushings, sleeves, and spacers into each
shock end; then place the shock absorber into posi-
tion. Install both cap screws from the front. Tighten
the lock nuts to 20 ft-lb (Bearcat/Crossfire/M-Series)
or 32 ft-lb (F-Series/T-Series).
Sway Bar (CFR/Crossfire)
REMOVING
1. Remove the lock nuts and cap screws securing the
sway bar arm to the links and remove.
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