Shock Inspection; Rebuildable Shock Absorbers Disassembly/ Assembly/Charging - Arctic Cat Cougar Service Manual

FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Shock Inspection
1. Remove the spring from the shock absorber
as described in this chapter.
2. Clean all components thoroughly in solvent
and allow to dry.
3. Check the damper assembly as follows:
a. Check the damper housing for leakage. If
the damper is leaking, replace it. Oil seep-
ing from around the rod of rebuildable
shock absorbers indicates leakage past the
seal in the cap (23, Figure
23
or 3, Figure
24).
b. Check the damper rod for bending or other
damage.
c. Operate the damper rod by hand and check
its operation. If the damper is operating
correctly, a small amount of resistance
should be felt on the compression stroke
and a considerable amount of resistance felt
on the return stroke.
d. Replace the damper assembly, if necessary.
4. Check the damper housing for cracks, dents
or other damage. Replace the damper housing, if
damaged. Do not attempt to repair or straighten
it.
5. On models with rebuildable and nitrogen-
charged shock absorbers (Figure 23 and Figure
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NON-REBUILDABLE SHOCK ABSORBER
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1
415
24), refer to the Disassembly/Assembly proce-
dures in this chapter.
Rebuildable Shock Absorbers
Disassembly/ Assembly/Charging
Some models are equipped with rebuildable
gas-filled shock absorbers (Figure 23 or Figure
24). The unit shown in Figure 23 is equipped
with a external reservoir (Figure 21). While
these units are similar, service procedures are
different. Refer to the appropriate following pro-
cedures for the type of shock absorber being
serviced.
CAUTION
The shock absorber is charged with ni-
trogen gas under high pressure. Wear eye
protection and use extreme caution
whenever you are working with high
pressure gas. Do not attempt any service
before releasing all pressure.
Units with an external reservoir
Refer to Figure 23 for these procedures.
9 10
11
1. Nut 7. Bolt
2. Spacers 8. Nut
3. Axle tube 9. Washer
4. Damper assembly 10. Spring
5. Bolt 11. Spring retainer
6. Axle tube