BOMBARDIER 1982 Shop Manual page 364

SECTION 05 SUSPENSION
SUB-SECTION 02 (SLIDE & MX SUSPENSIONS)
INSTALLATION
Lift the rear of vehicle off the ground .
. Place suspension within the track and align front arm of
suspension with front holes of frame and secure using
bolts and washers
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Torque to 42 N.m (31 ft-Ibs) .
Raise the rear section of the suspension and track into
the tunnel and align rear arm with rear holes in frame.
Secure to frame using bolts and washers
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Torque to
42 N.m (31 ft-Ibs).
@}@,@ Secure shock absorbers to rear arm, torque
bolt to 61 N.m (45 ft-Ibs).
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If necessary, lubricate the idler wheels at grease
fittings until grease appears at joints. Use low tempera-
ture grease only (PIN 498028100),
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NOTE: To adjust the track tension and alignment,
refer to section 05-05 .
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WARNING: Ensu re to install the special washer@
as illustrated or the shock absorber rubber bushing
may slip out of their shock eye.
SHOCK ABSORBER SPRINGS
REPLACEMENT
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To replace a shock spring proceed as follows:
Clamp the shock absorber lower mount in a vise and
press the spring down with a pair of screwdrivers as il-
lustrated, remove the spring collar and the spring.
Install the new spring .
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SHOCK ABSORBER SERVICING
The shocks may be checked by partially creating the
operating position. To do this, secure the proper shock
end in a vise using the shock eye as a clamping point .
Clamp
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CAUTION: Do not clamp directly on shock body.
Compress and extend each shock by hand at various
speeds and compare the resistance of one shock to the
other.
O NOTE: Obtain a known good shock for compari-
son purposes and keep in mind that the rebound
resistance (extending the shock) is normally stronger
than the compressi on resistance.
Pay attention to the following conditions that will de-
note a defective shock:
- A skip or a hang back when reversing stroke at mid
travel.
- Seizing or binding condition except at extreme end
of either stroke .
- Oil leakage.
- A gurgling noise, after completing one full compres-
sion and extension stroke.