7-2
Suspension
NOTE: Critical torque specifications are located
in Section 1.
Shock Absorbers
REMOVING
1. Secure the ATV on a support stand to elevate the
wheels and to release load on the suspension.
2. Remove the two cap screws and nuts securing
each front shock absorber to the frame and the
upper A-arm. Account for bushings and sleeves
from each.
AF605D
3. Remove the two cap screws and nut securing each
rear shock absorber to the frame and lower A-arm.
Account for bushings and sleeves from each.
AF626D
4. Compress the shock absorber spring, remove the
retainer, and remove the spring.
AF730D
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively,
cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is
necessary.
1. Clean all shock absorber components using a pres-
sure washer.
2. Inspect each shock rod for nicks, pits, rust, bends,
and oily residue.
3. Inspect all springs, spring retainers, shock rods,
sleeves, bushings, shock bodies, and eyelets for
cracks, leaks, and bends.
INSTALLING
1. Place the shock absorber spring over the shock
absorber, compress the spring, and install the
retainer.
2. Place bushings and sleeves (where appropriate)
into shock eyelet; then install shock with two cap
screws and nuts. Tighten all nuts to 50 ft-lb.
NOTE: The rear shock absorber-to-lower A-arm
torque factor is 20 ft-lb.
! WARNING
Make sure the ATV is solidly supported on the sup-
port stand to avoid injury.
! CAUTION
Additional support stands are necessary to support
the rear axle when the shock absorbers are removed
or damage may occur.
! CAUTION
Do not tighten the nuts beyond the 50 ft-lb specifica-
tion or the shock eyelet or mount WILL be damaged.
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