Cub Cadet Challenger 550 User Manual

5‐54
Chassis
Checking the components of the rear
suspension
1. Inspect the stabilizer bar.
Look for bends, cracks or damage.
2. Inspect the rear A arms (1).
Look for bends or damage.
Inspect the rear rocker bushings.
Look for wear or damage.
3. Inspect the rear shock absorbers.
• Inspect the rod.
Look for bends or damage.
• Inspect the shock absorber body.
Look for oil leaks.
• Inspect the spring.
Look for cracks or fatigue.
Installing the Rear A arms and Shock
Absorbers
1. Install the rear upper arm (1) and
rear lower arm (2) temporarily with
bolt (3) hand tight. Lubricate the
bolts with lithium grease. Be sure to
position the bolt heads toward the
outside of the UTV.
2. Install the rear shock absorber(5).
Nut (6)
90-100 Nm (66-74 ft · lbs)
3. Install the rear knuckle.
Nut (7)
90-100 Nm (66-74 ft · lbs)
4. Torque the nuts(4).
Nut (4)
60-72 Nm (44-53 ft · lbs)

Cub Cadet Challenger 550 Specifications

General

Brand	Cub Cadet
Model	Challenger 550
Category	Utility Vehicle
Language	English