Suspension; Shock Absorbers - Arctic Cat 700 Diesel ATV 2007 Service Manual

Suspension

NOTE: Critical torque specifications are located
in Section 10.

Shock Absorbers

REMOVING
1. Secure the ATV on a support stand to elevate the
wheels and to release load on the suspension.
! WARNING
Make sure the ATV is solidly supported on the sup-
port stand to avoid injury.
2. Remove the two cap screws and nuts securing
each front shock absorber to the frame and the
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. Compress the shock absorber spring, remove the
retainer, and remove the spring.
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively,
cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is
necessary.
1. Thoroughly clean all shock absorber components.
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.
2. Place bushings and sleeves (where appropriate)
into shock eyelet; then install shock with two cap
screws and nuts. Tighten all nuts to specifications.
! CAUTION
Do not tighten the nuts beyond the 4.8 kg-m (35 ft-lb)
specification or the shock eyelet or mount WILL be
damaged.
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