2005-2011 Honda FourTrax Foreman TRX500 FE/FPE/FM/FPM/TM Service Manual, Page 285Get this manual
FRONT WHEELSUSPENSIONSTEERING
FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER
REMOVAL
Support the vehicle with support block to raise the front wheels off the ground
Support the suspension ar or front wheel, and remove the mount ing nuts, bolts and fron shock absorber
INSPECTION
Check the upper pivot bush ing for wear or damageCheck the damper unit for leakage or other damageReplace the shock absorber assembly if necessary