Front Suspension

REMOVAL
1. Remove shock absorber assembly. Service and Repair





2. Compress the coil spring using the special tools.

CAUTION:
- Install the special tools evenly so that the maximum length will be attained within the installation range.
- Do not use an impact wrench to tighten the special tool bolt.





3. While holding the piston rod, remove the self-locking nut.

CAUTION: Do not use an impact wrench to tighten the special tool bolt.

INSTALLATION
Assembly in reverse order as Disassembly.

NOTE: Assembly service points as follows:





1. Use the special tools to compress the coil spring and install it to the shock absorber.

CAUTION: Do not use an impact wrench to tighten the bolt of the special tool.

Fig. 7 Installing Coil Spring:

2. Align the edge of the coil spring to the stepped part of the shock absorber spring seat.

Fig. 15 Upper Bracket Installation:

3. Upper bracket assembly installation (4).
Install so that the position of the three bolts are as shown in the illustration with respect to the damper fork installation bolt.
4. Self-locking nut installation (1).
a. Temporarily tighten the self-locking nut.
b. Remove the special tools (MB991237, MB991239) or equivalents, and tighten the self-locking nut to 20-25 Nm (14-18 ft lbs.).

CAUTION: Do not use an impact wrench.

5. Install shock absorber assembly. Service and Repair
6. Align front wheels. Alignment