Front Strut Ball Joint Replacement - Polaris Magnum 2x4 Service Manual

1. Remove front wheel, cotter pin, castle nut and
A-arm. NOTE: On 4x4 models be sure to wire
A-arm to disc as shown in photo 2. This will prevent
CV
joint disengagement.
2. Remove ball joint retaining plate.
3. Install ball joint puller as shown.
4. To pull ball joint out, hold bolt head (A) while
tightening jam nut (8).
5.
To reinstall ball joint, position new joint onto driver
as shown.
6.
Install sleeve with top plate removed, as shown.
7. Using a large hammer, drive ball joint in until it
bottoms in casting bore.
8.
Reinstall retaining plate cap and A-arm.
9. Torque A-arm ball joint castle nut to 25
ft.
Ibs. (3.5
kg-m).
10. Reinstall cotter pin with open ends toward rear of
machine.
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