Tracker Off-Road 800SX Service Manual page 182

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8. Remove the snap ring from the ball joint; then
remove the ball joint from the A-arm.
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CLEANING AND INSPECTING
1. Clean all A-arm components in parts-cleaning sol-
vent.
2. Clean the ball joint mounting hole of all residual
Loctite, grease, oil, or dirt for installing purposes.
3. Inspect the A-arm for bends, cracks, and worn bush-
ings.
4. Inspect the ball joint mounting holes for cracks or
damage.
5. Inspect the frame mounts for signs of damage, wear,
or weldment damage.
INSTALLING
1. Apply Loctite Primer "T" to the A-arm socket; then
apply green Loctite #609 to the entire outside diame-
ter of the ball joint. Install the ball joint into the
A-arm and secure with the snap ring.
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2. Install the A-arm assemblies into the frame mounts
and secure with the cap screws. Only finger-tighten
at this time.
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3. Route the brake hose along the upper A-arm. Secure
with hose anchors and the clamp.
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4. Secure the lower eyelet of the shock absorber to the
lower A-arm. Tighten nut to 45 ft-lb (61.2 N-m).
5. Secure the A-arm assemblies to the frame mounts
(from step 2). Tighten the upper A-arm cap screws to
45 ft-lb (61.2 N-m) and the lower A-arm cap screws
to 45 ft-lb (61.2 N-m). If removed, install the lower
fascia.
6. Install the knuckle assembly onto the ball joints and
secure with cap screws. Tighten to 45 ft-lb (61.2 N-m).