Swing Arm - Arctic Cat 2016 90 Utility Service Manual

2. Secure the shock absorber to the A-arm with the cap
screw and self-locking nut. Tighten the nut to 29 ft-lb.
CAUTION
Do not tighten the nut beyond the 29 ft-lb specification
or the shock eyelet or mount WILL be damaged.
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3. Lubricate the steering knuckle assembly with grease;
then install it into the A-arm and secure with the
flanged castle nut. Tighten the nut to 29 ft-lb; then
install a new cotter pin and the rubber spindle pin
boot.
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4. Install the tie rod end into the steering knuckle and
secure it with the self-locking nut. Tighten the nut to
25 ft-lb; then install a new cotter pin.
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5. Apply a light coat of grease to spindle shaft; then
install the brake backing plate assembly onto the shaft.
 NOTE: When installing the brake backing plate
assembly, be sure to align the notch in the backing
plate with the tab on the steering knuckle.
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6. Place the hub assembly onto the spindle; then install
the washer and castle nut. Tighten the castle nut to 45
ft-lb; then install a new cotter pin. Install the wheel
and tighten the cap screws to 30 ft-lb.
7. Remove the ATV from the support stand.
! WARNING
After removing and installing brake-related compo-
nents, ALWAYS check and adjust brakes as necessary
before operating the ATV.

Swing Arm

REMOVING
1. Secure the ATV on a support stand to elevate the rear
wheels; then remove the wheels.
! WARNING
Make sure the ATV is solidly supported on the support
stand to avoid injury.
2. Remove two cap screws securing the brake caliper to
the axle housing.
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3. Remove drive chain, hubs, spacers, and axle as nec-
essary (see Drive System).
NOTE: Do not remove more components than nec-

essary to perform the intended service. The axle hous-
ing will separate from the swing arm with all
components attached if necessary.
4. Remove the four cap screws (A) securing the axle hous-
ing to the swing arm; then remove the axle housing.