Ski-Doo 2005 MACH Z, Shop Manual, Page: 282 / 343

Section 07 REAR SUSPENSION
Subsection 03 (SHOCK ABSORBER INSPECTION AND SERVICING)
Discard old oil into storage container. Never reuse
damper oil during shock rebuild.
Remove valve. Using compressed air pressure,
carefully remove floating piston from damper
body. Hold shop cloth over damper body opening
to catch released floating piston. Allow room for
floating piston to leave damper body.
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TYPICAL
Holding the damper rod assembly in a bench vise,
begin piston and valve removal.
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A. Remove damper nut
Always arrange parts removed in the sequence of
disassembly.
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NOTE: As a general rule we suggest replacing
the damper rod lock-nut after 4 rebuilds to ensure
good Iocking friction and use Loctite 271 (P/N 293
800 005) each time.
NOTE: If revalving is to be done, it is imperative
that you identify the original shim pack (size and
number of shims). There is no need to remove
seal carrier if only revalving is to be done.
Shims can be measured by using a vernier caliper
or a micrometer.
NOTE: All shims should be carefully inspected and
any bent or broken shims must be replaced for the
shock to function properly.
After the new or replacement shim pack has
been selected, reassemble in the reverse order
of disassembly. Torque piston nut to 27 - 29 N•m
(20 - 21 lbf•ft).
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