2004 John Deer Buck Utility ATV 500, 500EX and 500EXT Service Manual, Page 226Get this manual
During assemblyinstallation, use the torque values and service products as in the exploded views Clean threads before applying thread lockerV01J0TA
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Lift rear of vehicle until rear shock absorbers no1 are fully extendedInstall jack stands or blocks under the frame to support the vehicleRemove upper no4 and lower no5 bolts and nuts no6 retaining shock absorbers each side