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3. Remove the upper shock mounting nut and cap
screw; then remove the shock absorber from the
frame.
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CLEANING AND INSPECTING
1. Clean the shock absorber in parts-cleaning solvent.
2. Inspect the shock absorber body, bottom stop, and
rubber bushing for damage and leaking oil. If any
defects are found, replace the shock absorber.
3. Inspect the spring, spring seat, and preload adjuster
for damage or corrosion. If corrosion is present,
clean with a fine wire brush and oil lightly.
INSTALLING
1. Raise the swing-arm and place the shock absorber in
position; then install the upper and lower cap screws
and nuts.
2. Tighten the upper nut and the lower nut to 29 ft-lb.
3. Install the rear swing arm skid plate and four cap
screws. Tighten securely.
Swing Arm
REMOVING AND DISASSEMBLING
1. Secure the ATV on a support stand to elevate the
wheels and to release load on the suspension.
2. Remove the rear wheels; then remove the rear hub
caps and hub nuts. Discard the cotter pins.
3. Remove the rear axle assembly; then remove the rear
shock absorber.
4. Disconnect the speed sensor wire connectors; then
remove the brake hose and speed sensor wires from
the holder on the swing arm.
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5. Remove the nut from the swing arm pivot bolt; then
remove the bolt and swing arm.
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
1. Inspect the dust seals, bushings, and pivot axle for
wear or damage. If any defect is found, they must be
replaced.
2. To inspect the swing arm and swing arm axle, place
the swing arm axle and bushings in the swing arm;
then using the flange bolt, rock the bushings and axle
from side to side and up and down. If excessive play
is noted, the bushings, axle, or swing arm must be
replaced. Check for cracks or broken welds.
3. Remove and clean all pivot bushings, thrust bear-
ings, and pivot axle; then coat all parts with grease
and install in the swing arm pivot.
ASSEMBLING AND INSTALLING
1. Place the swing arm assembly into position in the
frame making sure the swing arm thrust covers are
properly positioned; then install the pivot bolt and
secure with the nut. Tighten to 50 ft-lb.
2. Install the rear shock absorber and secure with the
mounting cap screws and nuts. Tighten to 29 ft-lb.
3. Install the rear axle assembly; then install the brake
caliper and secure with the cap screws (coated with
blue Loctite #242). Tighten to 24 ft-lb.
4. Insert the grommet with brake hose and speed sensor
wires into the wire holder on the swing arm; then
connect the speed sensor wires to the main harness.
5. Install the rear hubs and tighten the nuts to 50 ft-lb;
then secure with new cotter pins. Install hub caps.
! WARNING
Make sure the ATV is solidly supported on the support
stand to avoid injury.