2004 John Deer Buck Utility ATV 500, 500EX and 500EXT Service Manual, Page 227Get this manual

2004 John Deer Buck Utility ATV 500, 500EX and 500EXT Service Manual, Page 227

Seizing or binding condition except at extreme end of either strokeAt installation, cap opening no8 must be 180 from spring stopper opening no7 Oil leakage gurgling noise, after completing one full compression and extension strokeRenew if any faults are present Assembly and installation are essentially the reverse of disassembly and removal proceduresAll Models: Lift rear of vehicle until rear shock absorbers no1 are fully extended
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Remove both side panelsOn the EXT model, remove the both rear fenders tooRefer to BODYFRAMERemove lower nuts no6 and bolts no5 retaining shock to rear axleSecure the shock body end no2 in vise with its rod upward

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