1986-1987 Honda TRX350 FourTrax 4X4, 1987-1989 TRX350D Foreman 4X4 Service Manual, Page 179Get this manual
FRONT WHEELSUSPENSIONSTEERING Lower the boot and pull the shock rod outSeparate the upper joint by loosening the lock nut and remove the shock compressor
INSPECTION
Inspect the spring for damage and measure its free length
SERVICE LIMIT: 226.0 mm (8.90 in)
ASSEMBLY
Apply locking agent to the rod threads and install the lock nutInstall the shock absorber spring ith the closely wound coils toward the top Compress the shock absorber spring with the compressor and attachmentApply locking agent to the damper rod threads and screw the upper joint onHold the lock nut in vise and tighten the upper joint securely
TOROUE: 30-45 Nm (3.0-4.5 kg-m, 25-33 ft-Ib)
NOTE Check that the lock nut is seated against the rod's bottom thread