Polaris PREDATOR 2003, Service Manual

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BODY / STEERING / SUSPENSION
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12. Insert IFP tool and slowly push IFP to specified
depth. Place a shop towel over the end of IFP tool
to catch any spilled shock oil.
13. With the IFP set and the bleeder screw removed,
slowly stroke shock to force air through piston
oriface. Move the shock body slowly to prevent
aeration of the oil. Allow all air to purge through
the bleeder screw hole.
14. Install the bleeder screw with a new O-ring and
tighten securely, using the flats on the tool to
prevent the IFP from turning. Pour out excess oil.
It is not necessary to completely clean all oil from
the nitrogen chamber, a small amount of oil will
lubricate the IFP. Verify the proper IFP depth to
within
r
.025
s
(.63mm) with a dial caliper. Be sure
to measure to the flat portion of the IFP, not to the
tapered outer edge.
15. Reinstall body cap with a new O-ring and tighten
by hand. Mount shock with body cap end down in
the soft jaws of a vise. Torque bearing cap to 8-10
ft. lbs. (11-14 Nm). This will also tighten the body
into the body cap.
CAUTION:
Do not over tighten or damage to the bearing may
result.
Bearing Cap Torque
8-10 ft. lbs. (11-14 Nm)
16. Install pressurizing valve with new O-ring and
tighten securely.
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