Fox™ 2.0 Podium Top Fill Disassembly - Polaris 2013 RANGER RZR S Service Manual

BODY / STEERING / SUSPENSION
FOX™ 2.0 PODIUM Top Fill Disassembly
NOTE: Read through all of these instructions first to
familiarize yourself with the rebuild procedure. Make
sure you have a clean work area, and all of the
necessary tools are available. Always use proper
safety equipment when
absorbers.
WARNING
FOX™ shocks contain high pressure nitrogen gas.
Extreme caution must be used while handling and
working with FOX™ shocks and related high pressure
service equipment. The pressure must be released from
the shock before disassembly. It is strongly
recommended you wear safety glasses and ear
protection during these procedures.
TIP: Extreme cleanliness is very important during all
disassembly and reassembly operations. This prevents
dirt or foreign particles from entering the shock, which
causes premature failure.
™
FOX 2.0 Podium Top Fill Special Tools:
The following list of tools is required in addition to the
standard shop tool list:
1. Low Temperature Grease
™
2. Loctite Primer N
™
3. Loctite 638 Green
4. 2 1/8" Shock Body Holding Tool - SPX: PU-45281-A
5. 5/8" Shock Seal Protector Sleeve - SPX: PU-50939
6. Top Fill Shock Fill Tool - SPX: PU-51039
7. FOX Body Cap Removal Tool - Commercially Available
8. 5/8" Shock Shaft Holding Tool - SPX: 2872429
1. If your shock DOES NOT have a spring installed, skip
to Step #4. Measure the spring preload set length and
record this number.
2. Back the preload adjustment ring off until spring is
loose on the body. Remove the lower spring retaining
clip.
3. Remove the spring.
4. Clean entire shock assembly with soapy water. Try to
remove as much dirt and grime as possible by
scrubbing with a soft bristle brush. Never pressure
wash shock, as this can force water and debris inside
which will damage the seals. Dry the shock assembly
with compressed air, if available, or use clean towels.
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5. Locate the retaining rings holding the spheical bearing
in the ear of the body cap assembly.
6. Use a small pick or flat-blade screw driver to remove
the retaining rings (Fig. 1).
7. Press out the spherical bearing (Fig. 2).
Figure 2
Spherical Bearing
8. Secure shock in a bench vise. Insert the Top Fill
Shock Fill Tool into the hole in the body. Fully depress
the needle into the body cap to release the nitrogen
gas pressure (Fig. 3).
Figure 3
Figure 1
Retaining Ring
Retaining Ring