2001 Arctic Cat ATVs factory service and repair manual, Page 360Get this manual

8Tap the ball joints out of the knuckle; then remove the knuckle9Remove the lower shock absorber eyelet from the upper A-armFig7-15
holes for cracks or damage5Inspect the frame mounts for signs of damage, wear, or weldment damageAF626D INSTALLING 10Remove
the cap screws securing the A-arms to the frameFig7-16 1Apply green Loctite #609 to the entire outside diameter of the ball
joint; then install the ball joint into the A-arm and secure with the circlipFig7-18 AF610D AF616D 11Remove the circlip from