BRP Outlander 400 EFI 2008, Service Manual

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Section 08 CHASSIS
Subsection 04 (REAR SUSPENSION)
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Remove torsion bar nut, washer and torsion bar
lever.
Discard torsion bar nut.
Torsion Bar Inspection
Check torsion bar for:
– Cracks
– Bending
– Other damages.
Check torsion bar splines for damages.
Verify torsion bar lever tabs for:
– Racking
– Cracks
– Other damages.
NOTE: If a tab is damaged, check the trailing arm
for damages.
Replace all damaged parts.
Torsion Bar Installation
Insert the torsion bar into the frame.
Apply a line of Loctite 271 (red) (P/N 293 800 005)
all around torsion bar splines and on splines of tor-
sion bar lever.
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1. Apply Loctite 271 here
Install both torsion bar levers with the arrows up-
ward. Align lever tabs with trailing arm slots.
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1. Torsion bar lever tab
2. Trailing arm slot
3. Arrow upward
Install the flat washer and a NEW elastic nut.
Tighten first the RH elastic nut of torsion bar lever
to 55 N•m (41 lbf•ft).
Tighten the LH elastic nut of torsion bar lever to
120 N•m (89 lbf•ft).
Reinstall both protective covers with NEW
clamps.
TRAILING ARM
Trailing Arm Removal
Apply parking brake and lift rear of vehicle until rear
shock absorbers are fully extended.
Install a jack stands or a blocks under the frame to
safely support the vehicle.
Remove wheel hub. Refer to WHEELS/TIRES
section.
Remove and discard Oetiker clamps securing pro-
tective covers.
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1. Protective cover clamp
Remove protective covers.
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