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XR155A
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
1. Clean all A-arm components using a pressure
washer.
2. Clean the ball joint mounting hole of all residual
Loctite, grease, oil, or dirt for installing purposes.
3. Inspect the A-arm for bends, cracks, and worn bush-
ings.
4. Inspect the ball joint mounting holes for cracks or
damage.
5. Inspect the frame mounts for signs of damage, wear,
or weldment damage.
INSTALLING
1. Apply Loctite Primer “T” to the arm socket; then
apply green Loctite #609 to the entire outside diame-
ter of the ball joint. Install the ball joint into the
A-arm and secure with the snap ring.
XR155A
2. Install the A-arm assemblies into the frame mounts
and secure with the cap screws. Only finger-tighten
at this time.
XR154A
3. Route the brake hose through the upper A-arm shock
absorber mount; then secure the hose to the A-arm
with a cable tie and grommet.
4. Secure the lower eyelet of the shock absorber to the
upper A-arm. Tighten nut to 50 ft-lb.
5. Secure the A-arm assemblies to the frame mounts
(from step 2). Tighten the cap screws to 50 ft-lb.
6. Install the knuckle assembly onto the ball joints and
secure with cap screws. Tighten to 35 ft-lb.
XR011C
7. Install the tie rod end and secure with the nut.
Tighten to 30 ft-lb; then install a new cotter pin and
spread the pin to secure the nut.
NOTE: During assembly, new cotter pins should be
installed.
XR148A
CAUTION
Do not tighten the nut beyond the 50 ft-lb specification
or the shock eyelet or mount WILL be damaged.
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