Disassembly and Assembly

DISASSEMBLY





1. Using the special tool, spring compressor, compress the coil spring.

NOTE: Do not use an impact wrench.





2. Remove the self-locking nut.
3. Remove the special tool, bracket, spring pad and coil spring.

INSPECTION
1. Check the rubber parts for damage or deterioration.
2. Check the spring for deformation, deterioration or damage.





3. Check the shock absorber for abnormal resistance or unusual sounds.

NOTE: When discarding the gas pressurized shock absorber, follow the disposal procedure.

DISPOSAL





1. Fully extend the shock absorber rod.
2. Drill a hole to remove gas from the cylinder.

CAUTION: The gas coming out is harmless, but be careful of chips that may fly up when drilling.

REASSEMBLY





1. Install the special tool, spring compressor, on the coil spring and compress the spring.
After spring is fully compressed, install it on the shock absorber assembly.

NOTE:
1. Do not use an impact wrench.





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2. Coil spring installation chart to load classification.

2. Install the dust cover, upper spring pad, bushing (B), bracket, bushing (A) in that order and hand tighten the new self-locking nut.





3. Position the upper and lower ends of the coil spring in the upper spring pad and lower spring seat groove.





4. Place the bracket to align the bracket bolt with the projection of the fork bracket in a straight line.
5. Loosen the special tool.





6. While holding the piston rod, tighten the new self-locking nut to the specified torque.
Piston rod to bracket nut 20 - 25 Nm (200 - 250 kg-cm, 15 - 18 ft. lbs.)