CAUTION
Suspension The following suspension system components should be inspected periodically to ensure proper operation: A. Shock absorber rods not bent, pitted, or damaged.
Additional support stands are necessary to support the rear axle when the shock absorbers are removed or damage may occur.
3. Remove the two cap screws and nut securing each rear shock absorber to the frame and lower A-arm. Account for bushings and sleeves from each.
B. Rubber damper not cracked, broken, or missing. C. Shock absorber body not damaged, punctured, or leaking. D. Shock absorber eyelets not broken, bent, or cracked. E. Shock absorber eyelet bushings not worn, deteriorated, cracked, or missing. F. Shock absorber spring not broken or sagging. SPECIAL TOOL
A special tool must be available to the technician when performing service procedures in this section. NOTE: When indicated for use, each special tool
will be identified by its specific name, as shown in the chart below, and capitalized. Description Spring Tool
XR340
4. Using Spring Tool, compress the shock absorber spring, remove the retainer, and remove the spring.
p/n 0444-224
NOTE: Special tools are available from the Service Department.
Shock Absorbers REMOVING
1. Secure the ATV on a support stand to elevate the wheels and to release load on the suspension.
! WARNING Make sure the ATV is solidly supported on the support stand to avoid injury.
2. Remove the two cap screws and nuts securing each front shock absorber to the frame and the upper A-arm. Discard the nuts.
CF341
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
1. Clean all shock absorber components using a pressure washer. 2. Inspect each shock rod for nicks, pits, rust, bends, and oily residue. 3. Inspect all springs, spring retainers, shock rods, sleeves, bushings, shock bodies, and eyelets for cracks, leaks, and bends. INSTALLING
1. Place the shock absorber spring over the shock absorber, compress the spring, and install the retainer. 2. Install shock with two cap screws and new lock nuts. Tighten all shock absorber nuts to 50 ft-lb (68 N-m).
CAUTION
CF662
Do not tighten the nuts beyond the recommended specification as the shock eyelet or mount WILL be damaged.
3. Remove the ATV from the support stand. 141
