9. Inspect the shock absorber eyelet welds (at each
end) for any cracks or signs of separation.
10. Inspect the welds securing the eyelets of the shock
links for cracks or signs of separation. Either weld
the eyelet or replace the shock link.
11. Inspect the axle surfaces for any signs of corrosion.
If corrosion is found, lightly buff the surface of the
axle with #400 wet-or-dry sandpaper; then apply a
light coat of grease.
ASSEMBLING
1. Secure the shock eyelet to the idler arm with
bushings, sleeve, lock nut, and a cap screw. Tighten
to 3.2 kg-m (23 ft-lb).
Fig. 9-326
AG634D
2. Secure the rear shock links and the lower shock
absorber eyelet to the shock pivot bracket by
placing the bushings and shock sleeve into the
shock eyelet; then install the axle links into the rear
shock links. Secure the assembly by installing a cap
screw and thin flat washer through the shock link
assembly, thick flat washer, shock pivot bracket and
shock eyelet assembly, thick flat washer, shock link
assembly, and a thin flat washer. Secure the
assembly with a lock nut. Tighten to 3.2 kg-m
(23 ft-lb).
Fig. 9-327
AG692D
3. Position the shock links in the appropriate holes of
the idler arm brackets (hole A). Place a spacer
between the center of the brackets; then place a flat
washer on the cap screw. Insert the axle links into
the upper shock link eyelets; then insert the cap
screw with washer through the eyelets. Secure with
a cap screw, washer, and lock nut. Tighten to 3.2
kg-m (23 ft-lb).
Fig. 9-328
732-688F
Slide Rails
NOTE: The skid frame must be removed for this
procedure.
REMOVING
NOTE: When it is necessary to replace one or both
slide rails, it is recommended that one slide rail be
removed at a time. The remaining slide rail will then
hold the crossbraces, axles, and brackets in their
correct assembly order. Always mark the mounting
hole locations during disassembly to speed up the
assembly process and to prevent any damage. This
method is much quicker than to completely
disassemble the entire skid frame. To replace either
rail, use the following procedure.
1. Remove the end cap from the slide rail. Account for
a cap screw, lock nut, and two flat washers.
B
Rear Shock Link
Mounting Holes A & B
Rear Shock
Mounting Hole
Do Not Use
A
Do Not Use
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