1990-1998 Arctic Cat Snowmobiles Repair Manual, Page 421Get this manual
FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
3On models with shock absorbers inside the body, proceed as follows: aRemove the exhaust pipesbRemove the bolt (Figure 14) attaching the shock absorber to the upper suspension armcUnbolt the sway bar link from the upper suspension arm (Figure 15)4Remove the bolt(s) attaching the upper suspension arm to the frame5Remove the upper suspension arm6Check parts as described in the following Inspection procedure7Installation is the reverse of removalObserve the following: aAssemble the bushings in the upper suspension arm and make sure the bushings operate properlybLubricate bushings with low-temperature grease while assembling
cCheck the suspension for free movement at all stages of assemblyThe suspension should not binddMake sure the heads of all bolts are installed in the same direction as they were originally installed by the manufacturer
If the bolts were not marked before disassembling, check with your dealer or inspect similar machine to determine the correct direction of assembly