2006 Bombardier Outlander Max Series Factory Service Manual, Page 390Get this manual
Section 10 SUSPENSION Subsection 01 (FRONT SUSPENSION)
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Inspection
Inspect the spring no3 for damage Replace if necessaryInspect shock for oil leakage Extend and compress the piston several times over its entire stroke Check that it moves smoothly and with uniform resistance with rod up Any of the following conditions will denote defective shock- skip or hang up when reversing st roke at mid travel- Seizing or binding conditions except at extreme end of either stroke- gurgling noise after completing one full compression and extension strokeReplace shock if any of these conditions are found
LOWER SUSPENSION ARM
Inspection
Check lower suspension arms no22 for distortion or damageReplace suspension arms if necessaryMove lowe suspension arm from side to side There should be no noticeable loose Replace bushings if necessaryMove lower suspension arm up and downThere should be no noticeable looseReplace bushings if necessaryThe following items are performed when the lower suspension arm is removedInspe ct pivot bushings no23 and cushions no24 for wear or damagesReplace bushings andor cushions if necessary