Polaris R09VA17AA, Service Manual

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5.16
BODY / SUSPENSION / STEERING
SHOCKS
Shock Exploded View
Shock Removal
1. Elevate the front or rear end of the vehicle off the ground
to remove shock spring tension.
2. Remove the shock mounting bolts and remove the shock
from the vehicle.
3. Replace the shock, compression spring or adjustment collar
as required (see “Shock Replacement”).
Shock Replacement
1. Using a spring compressor, compress the shock spring far
enough to remove the spring retainer.
2. Remove the spring and adjustment collar from the existing
shock and install the components onto the new shock.
3. Compress the shock spring and install the spring retainer.
Shock Installation
1. Install the shock assembly and torque the mounting bolts
to specification.
2. If the adjustment collar was moved or replaced, adjust the
spring preload evenly between both front or rear shocks
(refer to Chapter 2 “Maintenance”).
CAUTION
Severe injury could occur if machine tips or falls.
= T
Front Shock Mounting Bolt:
36 ft. lbs. (49 Nm)
= T
Rear Shock Mounting Bolt:
43 ft. lbs. (58 Nm)
Shock Spring
Compressor Tool
2870623
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