2008 Polaris ATV Outlaw 450/525 Service Manual, Page 125Get this manual
BODYSTEERINGSUSPENSION 11Clean the inside of the shock body using clean partscleaning solvent and blow dry using compressed air12Place the shock piston rod upper mount in bench vise, begin piston and valve removalArrange parts removed in the sequence of disassemblyFront Shock Part# 7043259
Assembly
1Place the piston rod upper mount into the viseReassemble damper rod assembly in the reverse order of disassemblyPay special attention to the order of the Rebound and Compression disc (shim) stacks, ensuring that they are in the same order prior to disassemblyTighten the lock nut to 15-20 ftlbs(20-27 Nm) of torque
Rear Shock Part# 7043260