Ski-Doo FORMULA S 1997, Shop Manual

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Section 06 REAR SUSPENSION
Sub-Section 02 (SC-10 SUSPENSIONS (ALL VERSIONS))
06-02-12
Disassembly and Assembly
Release N
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(nitrogen) pressure from the damper
Schrader valve.
Use tools (P/N 861 7439 00) to remove damper
spring by unthreading spring pre-load rings, then
removing spring retainer.
TYPICAL
Holding damper assembly in bench vise, unthread
seal assembly from damper body using a 32 mm
(1.25 in) spanner wrench. This assembly uses a
right hand thread.
NOTE: Before unscrewing pre-load rings,
mark position for reinstallation. For factory
adjustment refer to the end of this section.
TYPICAL
With the seal assembly removed, slowly lift and
remove damper rod assembly from the damper
body.
NOTE: Remove damper rod assembly slow-
ly to reduce oil spillage and prevent piston
seal damage by damper body threads. Wrap the
damper body with a shop cloth to capture possi-
ble overflow oil while removing the damper pis-
ton.
1. Oil flows
Discard old oil into storage container. Never reuse
damper oil during shock rebuild.
Remove Schrader valve core. 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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WARNING
Nitrogen gas is under extreme pressure.
Use caution when releasing this gas vol-
ume. Protective eye wear should be used.
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