BOMBARDIER ELAN 3042 1985 Shop Manual page 431

Section 05 SUSPENSION
Sub-section 05 (PRS SUSPENSION)
Torque screws to these valves (see illustration).
SCREW LOCATION DESCRIPTION TORQUE TO
Reta1ner plate
MB x 25 mm
25 N•m 118 lbf•ftl
!side and underneath!
Shock prvot MlO x 25 mm 48 N•rn 135 lbf•ftl
Rear arm M10 x 35 mm 48 N•m 135 ibf•ftl
Suspension system installation sequence:
48 N•m
13b
lbf•ftl
4 3
2
25 N•m
118 lbf·ftl
19,21,29,61,64, Grease fittings
Lubricate until grease appears at JOint us1ng low tempera-
ture grease (P/N 413 7044 OOl
- Front arm: upper and lower axle
- Front swing arm: upper and lower axle.
- Front shackles.
- Rear arm: upper and lower axle.
- Rear shackle.
A01~005-012
05-05-6
9,11,89, Idler wheel & grease fitting
Even if there are grease fittings on idler wheels, do not
lubricate, since ball bearings are sealed on both sides.
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NOTE: To adjust the track tension and al1gnment,
refer to section 05-08.
SHOCK ABSORBER SPRING
REPLACEMENT
W"
WARNING: Do not attempt to dismantle a shock
T
absorber spring without using the proper spring
compressor.
40,41, 79,80, Spring stopper & spring
Using a spnng compressor, remove the spring and stopper
ring.
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NOTE: When re,nstall1ng a spnng, make sure both
thrust washers are between the spring and the ad-
JUSter ring. They are required to ease cam tw1st1ng. Apply
a light coat of grease between them.
Thrust
A015005013
SHOCK ABSORBER SERVICING
Secure the shock body end 1n a vise.
A015005011
Clamp
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c
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CAUTION: Do not clamp directly on shock body.
Examine each shock for leaks. Extend and compress the
piston several t1mes over 1ts entire stroke checking that
it moves smoothly and w1th uniform resistance.
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