Suspension The following suspension system components should be inspected periodically to ensure proper operation. A. Shock absorber rods bent, pitted, or damaged. B. Reservoirs damp or leaking. C. Shock absorber body damaged, punctured, or leaking. D. Shock absorber eyelets broken, bent, or cracked. E. Shock absorber eyelet bushings worn, deteriorated, cracked, or missing.
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2. If measurement is not as specified, loosen the set screw; then use an appropriate spanner wrench to adjust the left and right spring as required.
F. Shock absorber spring broken or sagging. G. Sway bar mountings tight and bushings secure. H. Proper pre-load and damping for conditions. SPECIAL TOOLS
A number of special tools must be available to the technician when performing service procedures in this section. Refer to the current Special Tools Catalog for the appropriate tool description. NOTE: When indicated for use, each special tool
will be identified by its specific name, as shown in the chart below, and capitalized. Description Shaft Bullet Tool Inflation Needle Piston Location (IFP) Tool Gas Shock Rod/Body Clamping Tool
p/n 0644-404 0644-604 0644-575 0644-425
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3. Measure from the ground to the bottom of the skid plate along the receiver hitch. Measurement should be 13 inches.
NOTE: Special tools are available from the Arctic Cat Service Department.
Shock Absorbers CHECKING/ADJUSTING RIDE HEIGHT NOTE: Ensure the vehicle is on level ground, the tires are properly inflated to 14 psi, and there is an average operating load in the vehicle. NOTE: When ride height adjustment is required,
raise the vehicle to release all load from the shock absorbers.
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4. If measurement is not as specified, loosen the set screw; then use an appropriate spanner wrench to adjust the left and right spring as required.
1. Measure from the ground to the bottom of the skid plate behind the lower A-arm. Measurement should be 13 inches.
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