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FRONT SUSPENSION - FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER 31-15

(c) Tighten the lower mounting bolts of the front
shock absorber.
Torque: 110 ~ 130 N·m

(d) Tighten the retaining bolts of lower swing arm
ball joint bracket.
Torque: 120 ~ 150 N·m

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5 . Install the front wheel. (Refer to "Chapter 33. Wheel & tire - front wheel & tire,
replacement")
6 . Check after the installation
(a) After the shock absorber is installed, drive 10KM on a rugged road and touch the
surface of the shock absorber by hand. If there is significant difference between two
shock absorbers, it means that the resistance gap is large.The cooler shock absorber
met lower resistance. If the surface temperature is no higher than the ambient
temperature, it means the shock absorber met no resistance and didn't work at all,
which requires replacement.
(b) When the vehicle engages in an emergency brake in slow motion, if it shakes vibrantly,
it means the shock absorber is defective. Remove the shock absorber and hold it
upright on the jawed vice, with the lower end fixed. Press the shock absorbing rod by
force for several times, and you should feel stable resistance, which is greater when
pulling up (restoring) than when pressing down. If the resistance is unable or there is
no resistance at all, it means the oil is insufficient inside the shock absorber or the
valve parts are defective. Replace it accordingly.
(c) In case of noise in the shock absorber in use, it is because the shock absorber knocks
the spring or frame, the rubber pad is damaged or lost, the dust cylinder is distorted
or the oil/liquid is sufficient. Troubleshoot the situation and fix it accordingly.

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