Shock Absorber Installation - Club Car TURF 272 Maintenance Manual

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STEERING AND FRONT SUSPENSION
Shock Absorber Removal, Continued:
2. Inspect the shock absorbers for damage or fluid leakage on the shock absorber body. Leaking or dam-
aged shock absorbers should be replaced.
3. Remove the bolt (2) and nut (9) attaching the shock absorber to the A-arm (Figure 7-30, Page 7-20).
4. Remove the steering stop weldment (38) and brake hose support bracket from the A-arm (Figure 7-30,
Page 7-20).
5. Remove the nut (3) and bolt (2) attaching the shock absorber to the shock and gear support
(Figure 7-29, Page 7-18).
6. Remove the shock absorber.

SHOCK ABSORBER INSTALLATION

1. Install the shock absorber by reversing the removal procedure. Position each brake hose bracket in-line
with each shock absorber.
2. Tighten the bolts and nuts to 20 ft-lb (27 N·m).
3. Inspect the brake hoses at the front wheels. When turning the steering wheel all the way from left to right
and back again, the hoses should not come in contact with any component, especially the wheels or tires.
4. Connect the spark plug.
5. Connect the battery cables, positive (+) cable first, and tighten terminals to 20 ft-lb (27 N·m). Coat ter-
minals with Battery Terminal Protector Spray (CCI P/N 1014305).
6. Lower the cargo bed. See WARNING "For vehicles with cargo beds..." on page 7-2.
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Figure 7-30 Shock Absorber Removal
Front Suspension Components
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