Walker Evans™ Shock Disassembly - Polaris 2011 RANGER RZR Service Manual

Walker Evans™ Shock Disassembly
IMPORTANT: To prevent damage or marks to the
shock, the use of soft jaws on a vise is recommended.
WARNING
Walker Evans™ shocks contain high pressure nitrogen
gas. Extreme caution must be used while handling and
working with Walker Evans™ shocks and related high
pressure service equipment. The pressure must be
released from the shock before disassembly. It is
strongly recommended you wear safety glasses and
ear protection during these procedures.
1. Clean and carefully remove the shock from the vehicle.
2. Secure the shock in a vise using soft jaws to prevent
cosmetic damage. Back the preload adjuster all the way
down and carefully remove the spring retainer and spring.
3. Remove the valve cap from the end of the reservoir.
4. Carefully depressurize the shock.
Spring
Retainer
Spring
Remove
Preload
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5. Using a snap ring pliers, remove the retaining ring from the
reservoir.
6. Carefully remove the cap from the reservoir body.
7. Using a 1" open-end wrench, loosen and remove the
bearing cap from the shock body.
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