2004 Polaris Sportsman 700 EFI ATV Service Manual, Page 132Get this manual
BODYSTEERINGSUSPENSION BALL JOINT REPLACEMENT CONT'D 8To install new ball joint: Remove extension cap and attach puller guide using short bolts provided in the kitG Insert new ball joint (E) into driver (F)G Slide ball jointdriver assembly into guideG Applying heat will ease installationG Drive new joint into strut housing until fully seated
DECAL REPLACEMENT
WARNING
The following procedure involves the use of an open flamePerform this procedure in well ventilated area, away from gasoline or other flammable materialsBe sure the area to be flame treated is clean and free of gasoline or flammable residueThe side panels, front and rear fender cabs are plastic polyethylene materialTherefore, they must be "flame treated" prior to installing decal to ensure good adhesionA bonus of the flame treating procedure is it can be used to reduce or eliminate the whitish stress marks that are sometimes left after fender or cab is bent, flexed, or damagedTo flame treat the decal area: 1Pass the flame of propane torch back and forth quickly over the area where the decal is to be applied until the surface appears slightly glossyThis should occur after just few seconds of flame treatingDo not hold the torch too close to the surface(23 inches from the flame tip is recommended) Keep the torch moving to prevent damage2Apply the decal on one edge firstSlowly lay down remainder of the decal while rubbing lightly over the decal surface to eliminate any air bubbles during the application