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Raise the front of the snowmobile so that the
skis are off the ground.
WARNING!
Make sure the vehicle is securely positioned so
that it will not tip!
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Remove the original shock absorbers.
CAUTION!
When disassembling suspension components
we recommend to fi rst loosen, but not remove
all bolts, before removing the components. For
assembly, reverse order. Once the components
are in place ensure all bolts are tightened.
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
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Install the Öhlins shock absorbers. Use the
original screws.
The external reservoir should be at the top
and facing outwards. See fi gure.
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Read more about the shock absorber in your
Öhlins Owner’s Manual.
NOTE!
Make sure that all bolts are tightened to
the correct torque and that nothing fouls or
restricts movement of the shock absorber
when the suspension is fully compressed or
extended.
ADJUSTMENTS
Spring preload
Use the C-spanner provided in this kit.
Turn the spring platform nut (A) to set
the spring preload. Lock the setting
with the lock nut (B).
Compression damping
Adjust by turning the knob on top of
the reservoir. Turn clockwise to increase
damping, turn counter clockwise to
decrease.
A
B
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NOTE!
When delivered the Öhlins shock absorber
is dialed to recommended settings for the
specifi c brand and make of the vehicle. If you
have changed the setting, reset according to
the Set-up data.
To reset: The adjuster has a right hand thread.
Turn the adjuster clockwise to fully closed
(pos. zero [0]). Turn counter clockwise to open
and count the clicks until you reach the recom-
mended number in the Set-up data.
CAUTION!
Do not use force, delicate sealing surfaces can
be damaged. Handtighten only.
SET-UP DATA
Compression damping 15 clicks
Spring preload 5 mm
Shock absorber facts
Length 403.5 mm
Stroke 125.5 mm
Spring rate 28 N/mm
Free spring length 270 mm