Shock Replacement; Decal Replacement - Polaris 2012 RANGER RZR 570 INTL Service Manual

BODY / STEERING / SUSPENSION

Shock Replacement

1. Using a spr ing comp ressor, co mpress the shock
spring far enough to remove the spring retainer.
Shock Spring
Compressor Tool
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2. Remove the spr ing and ad justing cam fro m the
existing shock and install components onto the new
shock.
3. Compress the shock s pring and inst all t he spring
retainer.
IMPORTANT: The spring retainer gap should be 180°
from the end of the spring upon installation.
4. Reinstall the shock onto the vehicle and torque new
fasteners to specification (refer to exploded views).
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DECAL REPLACEMENT

The side p anels, front a nd rear fen der ca bs a re pla stic
polyethylene m aterial. The refore, they must be "flam e
treated" prior
adhesion. A bonus of the flame treating procedure is i t can
be used to r educe or eliminate the whitish stress marks
that are sometimes left after a fen der or cab is bent, flexed,
or damaged.
To flame treat the decal area:
1. Pass the fla me o f a pr opane tor ch ba ck a nd for th
quickly over the area where the decal is to be applied
until the surface appears slightly glossy. This should
occur after just a fe w seconds of flame treating. Do
not hold the torch too close to the surface (2-3 inches
from the flame tip is recommended). Keep the torch
moving to prevent damage.
2. Apply the de cal on on e e dge first. Slowly lay do wn
remainder of the decal while rubbing lightly over the
decal surface to eliminate any air bubbles during the
application.
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WARNING
The following procedure involves the use of an
open flame. Perform this procedure in a well
ventilated area, away from gasoline or other
flammable materials. Be sure the area to be
flame treated is clean and free of gasoline
or flammable residue.
WARNING
Do not flame treat components that are installed
on the vehicle. Remove the component from the
vehicle before flame treating.
to ins talling a dec al to ensure good
CAUTION
Do not flame treat painted plastic components.
Painted plastic surfaces should only be wiped
clean prior to decal adhesion.