2007-2011 Polaris IQ Snowmobiles Service Manual, Page 438Get this manual
Shocks FOX PS-5 DISASSEMBLY
1Remove the shock from the vehicle2Remove the steel sleeve from the eyelet using the mallet and an appropriate sized socket3Pry the polyurethane bushings out using the flat blade screwdriver, being careful not to scratch the body cap4Clean the entire shock assembly with soapy waterTry to remove as much dirt and grime as possible by scrubbing with soft bristle brushNever pressure wash your shock, as this can force water and debris inside which will damage the sealsDry the shock assembly with compressed air, if available, or use clean towels5Use 332" Hex Key to remove the button head screw from the FOX air valve in the shock body6Securely clamp Fox Nitrogen Safety Needle in vice17181920and let sit in well ventilated area to allow the solvents to evaporateSet body assembly aside on clean, lint free towelClamp the shaft eyelet securely in vice with the piston end upUsing 916" wrench, remove the piston lock nut from the end of the shaftHold the tip of the Phillips Head Screwdriver against the end of shaftHold the piston assembly under the top-out plate and lift upwardsSlide the piston assembly onto the shaft of the screwdriverPull the Screwdriver away from shock shaft while supporting the piston assemblySet this on clean, lint free towelThere are many pieces to the piston assembly, and the assembly order of these pieces is critical to the proper performance of your shockThis step ensures that the proper order is keptSlide bearing assembly off of shaftUse extreme caution not to scratch inside of the bearing assembly when passing it over the threads at end of shaft and set it on clean, lint free towelRemove the bleed screw from the IFP and set them both on clean, lint free towel