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1. Grease fittings
Inspection
A-Arms
Check A-arms for cracks, bending or
other damages.
See an authorized
Bombardier ATV dealer as necessary.
Swing Arm
Check swing arm for distortion, cracks
or bending. See an authorized Bom-
bardier ATV dealer if any problem is de-
tected.
Shock Absorbers
Inspect shock absorber for oil leaks
and fasteners for tightness. See an
authorized Bombardier ATV dealer as
necessary.
Adjustment
Rear Shocks
WARNING
Left and right adjusting cams must
always be set at the same posi-
tion. Never adjust one adjusting
cam only. Uneven adjustment can
cause poor handling and loss of
stability, which could lead to an ac-
cident.
Preload Adjustment
Adjust spring preload by turning ad-
justing cam accordingly with the ad-
justing wrench in vehicle tool box.
Turn the adjusting cams clockwise for
a firmer ride and rough road condition
or when carrying cargo or pulling a
trailer.
Turn the adjusting cams counterclock-
wise for a light load and a smooth road
condition.
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3
TYPICAL
1. Adjusting cams
2. Smooth adjustment
3. Hard adjustment
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