Polaris Sportsman 850 - Linkage Removal; Installation; Stabilizer Bar Removal; Installation

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LINKAGE REMOVAL / INSTALLATION
1. Remove the upper linkage bushing from each side.
Using an 5/16” open-end wrench, hold the linkage
rod and remove the lower linkage bushing.
2. Rotate the stabilizer bar up and remove the stabilizer
linkage from the lower A-arm. Repeat this procedure
if removing or replacing the other linkage.
3. Reverse this procedure to reinstall the stabilizer
linkage. Torque fasteners to specification.
TORQUE
Rear Stabilizer Linkage Nuts
37 ft. lbs (50 Nm)
TORQUE
Rear Stabilizer Bracket Fasteners
37 ft. lbs (50 Nm)
STABILIZER BAR REMOVAL /
INSTALLATION
1. Elevate the rear of vehicle and safely support
machine under the frame area.
CAUTION
Serious injury may result if machine tips or falls. Be
sure machine is secure before beginning this service
procedure. Always wear eye protection.
2. Remove the upper linkage bushing from each side
and rotate the stabilizer bar up.
3. Remove the (2) fasteners from each stabilizer bar
bracket retaining the stabilizer bar to the frame.
STEERING / SUSPENSION