Arctic Cat 650 Twin2004, Руководство по обслуживанию

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Rear A-Arms
REMOVING
1. Secure the ATV on a support stand to elevate the
wheels
.
2. Pump up the hand brake; then engage the brake
lever lock.
3. Remove the wheel and rubber wheel cap.
4. Remove the cotter pin securing the hex nut; then
remove the hex nut and washer. Release the brake
lever lock.
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5. Remove the two brake calipers (right side only).
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NOTE: Do not allow the brake calipers to hang
from their cable/hose.
6. Remove the cap screws and lock nut securing the
shock absorber to the frame and lower A-arm; then
remove the shock absorber.
7. Remove the cap screws securing the boot guard to
the lower A-arm.
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8. Slide the hub out of the knuckle and set aside.
9. Remove the cap screws and lock nuts securing the
knuckle to the A-arms. Discard the lock nuts.
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NOTE: Never reuse a lock nut. Once a lock nut
has been removed, it must be replaced with a new
lock nut.
10. Remove the cap screws and lock nuts securing the
A-arms to the frame; then remove the A-arms.
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NOTE: If removing the upper right A-arm, it will
be necessary to disconnect the brake hose and
brake cable from the A-arm.
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
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NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively,
cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is
necessary.
1. Clean all A-arm components in parts-cleaning
solvent.
2. Inspect the A-arm for bends, cracks, and worn
bushings.
3. Inspect the frame mounts for signs of damage,
wear, or weldment damage.
INSTALLING
1. Install the A-arm assemblies into the frame
mounts and secure with the cap screws and new
lock nuts. Only finger-tighten at this time.
! WARNING
Make sure the ATV is solidly supported on the sup-
port stand to avoid injury.