1985-1987 Honda TRX 250 Fourtrax 250 Service Manual, Page 151Get this manual
FRONT WHEELSUSPENSIONSTEERING ASS EMBLY INSTALLATION Apply locking agent to he rod threads and install the lock
nut Attach the shock absorber compressor, screwing in the compressor's base adjuster nutApply locking agent to he damper rod threads and screw the upper joint onHold the Jock nut in vise and tigh en the upper
joint securelyNOTE
Check that the lock nut is seated against the rod's bottom
(2) SPRING SEAT
Align the spring seat with the lock nut while releasing the com pressor
Install the shocks and mounting bolts and lighten the nuts