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[2005-2008] [TRX500 FA/FGA]
FRONT WHEEL/SUSPENSION/STEERING
FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER
REMOVAL
Support the vehicle with a support block to raise the
UPPER MOUNTING
front wheels off the ground.
BOLT/NUT
Support the suspension arm or front wheel, and
remove the upper and lower mounting nuts, bolts
and shock absorber.
LOWER MOUNTING
BOLT/NUT
INSPECTION
Check the upper pivot bushing for wear or damage.
UPPER PIVOT BUSHING
Check the damper unit for leakage or other damage.
Replace the shock absorber assembly if necessary.
Remove the lower pivot collar.
DUST SEALS
'05, '06 shown:
Remove the dust seals.
Check the lower pivot bearing for wear or damage.
'05, '06:
Check the lower pivot bushing for wear or damage.
After '06:
BEARING/BUSHING
LOWER PIVOT COLLAR
BEARING REPLACEMENT ('05, '06)
Press the needle bearing out of the lower pivot
DRIVER
using the special tools.
ATTACHMENT
TOOLS:
Driver
07749-0010000
Attachment, 22 x 24 mm
07746-0010800
Pilot, 16 mm
07746-0041300
PILOT
14-33