Snowmobile Arctic Cat (2004 year). Manual - part 147

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FS046

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NOTE: Note the location of the opening in the

adjuster bushing for installing purposes.

FC168A

15. Twist the push nuts off the solid rivets securing the

shock pads; then remove the pads.

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NOTE: The shock pads should be removed only

if being replaced.

INSPECTING

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NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively,

cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is
necessary.

1. Inspect the slide rail for cracks or unusual bends.

AG529D

2. Inspect the wear strip for wear. The wear strip

must be 10.7 mm (0.42 in.) thick or thicker. If the
wear strip measurement is less than specified,
replacement of both wear strips is necessary.

AG530D

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INSTALLING

1. If removed, install the shock pads; then secure

with rivets and new push nuts.

2. Install coupler block w/bushing. Secure with cap

screws and lock nuts. Tighten to 2.1 kg-m (15 ft-
lb).

FC256B

3. Install the inner idler wheel mounting blocks in the

appropriate hole as noted during disassembly and
secure with cap screws and lock nuts. Tighten to
4.7 kg-m (34 ft-lb).

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9

FC255

4. Install the rear arm limiter cap screw (coated with

blue Loctite #243) in the appropriate hole (as
noted during removing) and tighten to 6.9 kg-m
(50 ft-lb).

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NOTE: Note the opening on the adjuster bush-

ings from removing.

FC169A

5. Install the idler wheels with cap screws, washers,

and lock nuts. Tighten to 4.2 kg-m (30 ft-lb).

FC196

6. Secure the front arm mounting bracket with the

cap screws (coated with red Loctite #271) and lock
nuts. Tighten to 4.2 kg-m (30 ft-lb).

FC254B

7. Place the spring slide and slide block into position

on the slide rail. Secure with a cap screw and
washer. Tighten to 4.7 kg-m (34 ft-lb).

AG680D

FC158

8. Install the rear arm in the appropriate hole as noted

during disassembly; then secure with a cap screw
(coated with green Loctite #609) and lock nut.
Tighten to 4.7 kg-m (34 ft-lb).

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FC172

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NOTE: Apply a light coat of grease to the slide

rail surface to aid in installing a new wear strip. If
there are any sharp edges on the lower portion of
the rail, use a file to remove them.

AG535D

9. Using an appropriate driving tool, carefully install

the idler wheel onto the upper arm.

10. From the right side, install the axle, adjuster bush-

ing, idler wheel, spacer, remaining idler wheel,
and remaining adjuster bushing. Install the axle
nut and tighten only until snug.

FC167

11. Install the track adjuster bolts and lock nuts w/

washers.

FC161

12. Place the spring into the slide blocks; then place

the spring into position on the slide rail and rear
arm.

FC164

13. Secure the crossbraces with cap screws (coated

with blue Loctite #243). Tighten to 6.9 kg-m (50
ft-lb).

FS051

14. Secure the front shock absorber axle with a new

cap screw (coated with green Loctite #609) and
lock washer. Tighten to 4.7 kg-m (34 ft-lb).

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NOTE: Make sure the axle threads are clean;

also, always use new cap screws whenever install-
ing.

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9

FC177

15. From the back, start the wear strip onto the rail;

then using a block of wood and a hammer, drive
the wear strip forward into position. Secure with a
machine screw and lock nut. Tighten to 1.1 kg-m
(8 ft-lb).

FS047

FS048

16. Secure the end cap onto the slide rail using a cap

screw, flat washers, and a lock nut. Tighten to 1.1
kg-m (8 ft-lb).

AG506D

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NOTE: On models with remote reservoir, install

all cable ties securing the hose to the slide rail and
arm.

17. Adjust suspension.

18. After the skid frame has been installed, install the

short spring leg onto the adjusting cam; then adjust
track tension deflection (see Track Tension in this
sub-section) and track alignment (see Track Align-
ment in this sub-section).

Installing Skid Frame

1. Place a piece of cardboard on the floor to protect

against scratching and tip the snowmobile onto the
left side.

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NOTE: Avoid tipping the snowmobile onto the

right side. If left on the right side for more than five
minutes, air may get into the oil line. If air is appar-
ent in an oil hose, the system will eventually have
to be bled (see Section 4 - Bleeding Oil-Injection
System).

2. Pull the track away from the tunnel and spread

open; then place the skid frame into the track.

3. Position the front of the skid frame into the tunnel

and align the front arm with the appropriate
mounting hole in the tunnel. Insert the cap screw
with washers through the tunnel mounting hole
and through the front arm. DO NOT TIGHTEN
AT THIS TIME. 

! CAUTION

When installing the skid frame, make sure the
rear arm shock mounting location on the pivot/
axle is positioned correctly above the axle or
component damage will occur.