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2.30
MAINTENANCE
• IMPORTANT: When tightening the tie rod end jam
nuts, the rod ends must be held parallel to prevent rod
end damage and premature wear. Damage may not be
immediately apparent if done incorrectly.
• After alignment is complete, torque jam nuts to
specification.
SUSPENSION (FOX™)
Spring Preload Adjustment
The front and rear shocks have a preload adjustment.
Suspension spring preload may be adjusted to suit different
riding conditions or vehicle payloads.
1. Raise and safely support the front or rear of the vehicle off
the ground to allow the suspension to fully extend.
2. Loosen the upper jam nut adjustment ring. Turn the lower
adjustment ring (1) clockwise to increase preload or
counter-clockwise to decrease preload.
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Tie Rod Jam Nut Torque:
12-14 ft. lbs. (16-19 Nm)
WARNING
Uneven adjustment may cause poor handling of the
vehicle, which could result in an accident and
serious injury or death. Always adjust both the left
and right spring preloads equally.
Increase
Preload
Decrease
Preload
1
Factory Preload Setting
4.2 in. (10.7 cm)
2.0 Piggyback
Front Shock