Suspension; Shock Absorbers - Arctic Cat Prowler Service Manual

Suspension

NOTE: Critical torque specifications are located
in Section 1.

Shock Absorbers

REMOVING
1. Secure the vehicle on a support stand to elevate the
wheels and to release load on the suspension.
! WARNING
Make sure the vehicle is solidly supported on the
support stand to avoid injury.
2. Remove the two cap screws and nuts securing
each front shock absorber to the frame and upper
A-arm. Account for bushings and sleeves from
each.
! CAUTION
Additional support stands are necessary to support
the rear axle when the shock absorbers are removed
or damage may occur.
3. Remove the two cap screws and nut securing each
rear shock absorber to the frame and lower A-arm.
Account for bushings and sleeves from each.
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4. Using a suitable spring compression stand, com-
press the shock absorber spring, remove the
retainer, and remove the spring.
! WARNING
Shock absorber springs are under high compres-
sion loads. Do not attempt to remove springs with-
out an adequate spring compressor. Sever injury
could result.
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively,
cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is
necessary.
1. Clean all shock
parts-cleaning solvent.
2. Inspect each shock rod for nicks, pits, rust, bends,
and oily residue.
3. Inspect all springs, spring retainers, shock rods,
sleeves, bushings, shock bodies, and eyelets for
cracks, leaks, and bends.
INSTALLING
1. Place the shock absorber spring over the shock
absorber, compress the spring, and install the
retainer.
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AF730D
absorber components in
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