Suspension; Lubrication; Inspection; Adjustment - Can-Am 2007 Outlander 500 EFI Operator's Manual

SUSPENSION

Lubrication

Lubricate front A-arms. Use suspen-
sion synthetic grease (P/N 293 550
033) or an equivalent. There is two
grease fittings on each A-arm.

Inspection

Front Suspension
Inspect the McPherson struts or
shock absorber for oil leaks or other
damages. Check tightness of fasten-
ers. See an authorized Can-Am dealer
as necessary.
Rear Suspension
Inspect shock absorber for oil leaks or
other damages. Check tightness of
fasteners. See an authorized Can-Am
dealer as necessary.
Trailing Arms
Check trailing arms for distortion,
cracks or bending. See an authorized
Can-Am dealer if any problem is de-
tected.
A-Arms
Check A-arms for cracks, bending or
other damages. See an authorized
Can-Am dealer as necessary.

Adjustment

WARNING
The left and right shock adjust-
ment cams on front or rear sus-
pension must always be set to the
same position. Never adjust one
adjusting cam only. Uneven ad-
justment can cause poor handling
and loss of stability, which could
lead to an accident.
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Preload Adjustment
NOTE: Front shocks are not adjustable
on Outlander 500 models.
Adjust spring preload by turning ad-
justing cam accordingly, with the ad-
justing wrench in vehicle tool kit.
Turn the adjusting cams clockwise for
a firmer ride and rough road condition
or when carrying cargo or pulling a trail-
er.
Turn the adjusting cams counterclock-
wise for a light load and a smooth road
condition.
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TYPICAL — REAR SHOCKS
1. Adjusting cams
2. Smooth adjustment
3. Hard adjustment
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