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SHOCK ABSORBERS
Each shock absorber should be visibly checked weekly for excessive
fluid leakage (some seal leakage may be observed but it does not indi-
cate the shock is in need of replacement), cracks or breaks in the
lower case, or a bent shock rod. If any one of these conditions is
detected, replacement is necessary.
NOTE: When the ATV is operated in extremely cold weather
(-23�C/-10�F or colder), a small amount of leakage may be present.
Unless the leakage is excessive,
replacement is not necessary. The
shock absorber has a spring force
adjustment sleeve with five adjust-
ment positions to allow the spring
to be adjusted for different riding
and loading conditions. If the
spring action is too soft or too stiff,
adjust it according to the chart.
NOTE: Use a spanner wrench to
adjust the sleeve to the desired
position.
GENERAL LUBRICATION
Lubrication Points
It is advisable to lubricate certain components periodically and before
storage to ensure free movement.
Position Spring Force Setting Load
1 Soft Light
2
3
4
5 Stronger Stiff Heavy
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