Arctic Cat 2016 Wildcat Sport Service Manual page 158

NOTE: Only the external parts are serviceable. If

the shock absorber is damaged, it must be replaced.
1. Loosen, but do not remove, the lock ring screws.
WS005A
2. Loosen the lock ring towards the top of the shock
until there is no pressure on the springs.
WS109
3. On both shocks, remove the spring retainer and
spring support plates.
WC781A
4. On the rear, remove the main spring, spring coupler,
and retaining plates; then remove the top spring.
WS107
 NOTE: Note the orientation of the spring retainer
for installing purposes.
5. Clean all of the shock absorber components in a
parts-cleaning solvent.
6. Inspect each shock rod for nicks, pits, rust, bends,
and oil residue.
7. Inspect all of the spring retainers, shock rods, spring
couplers, shock bodies, and eyelets for cracks, leaks,
or bends.
ASSEMBLING (Limited)
Rear
1. With the proper orientation, slide the top spring,
spring coupler, and spring support plate up to the
lock ring.
2. Install the main spring up to the spring support plate.
WS107
3. With the lower support plate in position, install the
spring retainer.
WC795
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