BRP Can-Am Outlander 2015 Series Manual page 659

Subsection XX (AIR CONTROLLED SUSPENSION (ACS))
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TYPICAL
1. Spring retainer
2. Circlip
8. Remove spring from shock.
Shock Absorber Inspection
Inspect the spring for damage. Replace if neces-
sary.
Secure the end of shock body in a vise with its rod
upward.
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TYPICAL
1. Clamp here
NOTICE
Do not clamp directly on shock
body.
Inspect shock absorber as following:
1. Examine the shock absorber for leaks.
2. Extend and compress the shock absorber shaft
several times over its entire stroke.
3. Check that the shock absorber shaft moves
smoothly and with uniform resistance with its
rod upward.
Any of the following conditions will denote a de-
fective shock absorber:
– A skip or a hang back when reversing stroke at
mid travel.
– Seizing or binding condition except at extreme
end of either stroke.
– A gurgling noise, after completing one full com-
pression and extension stroke.
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Replace shock absorber if any faults are present.
Shock Absorber Assembly and
Installation
Assembly and installation are the reverse of dis-
assembly and removal procedures, however pay
attention to the following.
Assemble shock absorber as per the following il-
lustrations.
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TYPICAL
1. Sleeve
2. O-ring
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TYPICAL
1. Sleeve
2. O-ring
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