1999-2004 Honda TRX400EX FourTrax Service Manual, Page 176Get this manual
FRONT WHEELSUSPENSIONSTEERlNG Check the bushings for wear or damageCheck the damper unit for leakage or other damageReplace the shock absorber assembly if necessary
INSTALLATION
Apply molybdenum disulfide paste to the lower bushing of the shock absorberCoat new dust seal lips with molybdenum disuifide paste and install them into the lower pivotInstall the lower pivot collar
Install the shock absorber with the mounting bolts from front sideinstall the mounting nuts and tighten themTORQUE: UpperLower: 44 N.m (4.5 kgf.m, 33 1bf.W