8.22
9929375 R02 - 2016-2019
GENERAL
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GENERAL 4
Service Manual
© Copyright Polaris Industries Inc.
SHOCK COMPRESSION ADJUSTMENT
NOTICE
Not all models feature compression adjustable shocks.
The compression damping adjustment is located on the
shock ‘Piggyback’ reservoir of each shock. Damping
adjustments can be made without using any tools.
Turn
the
adjuster
knob
clockwise
to
increase
compression damping. Turn the adjuster knob counter-
clockwise to decrease compression damping.
SETTING
COMPRESSION
DAMPING
Softest
Position 1
Factory
Position 2
Firmest
Position 3
SHOCK REMOVAL
1. Elevate the vehicle off the ground to relieve the
suspension load.
2. Support under control arm.
3. Remove the upper and lower fasteners retaining the
shock and remove the shock from the vehicle.
Discard nuts and replace with new upon installation.
SPRING REPLACEMENT
1. Remove the shock and note the spring preload
distance. Refer to
and
procedures.
2. Loosen the jam nut (if applicable) and adjustment ring
until the spring is loose. If needed, use a spring
compressor to compress the spring far enough to
remove the spring retainer.
3. Remove the spring and spring retainer from the
existing shock and install components onto the new
shock.
4. Install the spring(s) and spring retainer.
NOTICE
The spring retainer gap should be 180° from the end of
the spring upon installation.
5. Tighten the spring adjustment ring to set the preload
distance noted in Step 1.
6. Reinstall the shock onto the vehicle. Refer to
procedure.
