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8 - Front suspension / wheel Release 01 Date 09/2007
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Cleaning the wiper seal
NOTE: This operation can be performed with the fork installed
on the vehicle.
Removal
– Before performing this operation, thoroughly clean leg 6.
– Using a small screwdriver, pry dust scraper 12 off sheath 13
taking care not to score the fork leg.
– Push down the wiper seal along the leg and, using a jet of
compressed air, clean the wiper seal inside and its seat on the
sheath.
Do not on any account use metal tools to remove dirt par-
ticles.
– Make the legs complete a short travel and remove any dirt
from the supporting tubes.
– Lubricate the wiper seal and the visible surface of the seal ring
with silicone grease.
Installation
- Manually press wiper seal 12 back into its seat.
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14
Air bleed screw
NOTE: This operation is to be performed with the fork installed
on the vehicle and the fork legs fully extended (front wheel off
the ground). Owing to the particular shape of the seal rings, air
getting into the fork legs during use may remain trapped and
cause fork malfunctions.
Removal
– Using a cross-tip screwdriver, unscrew air bleed screw 14 on
each fork leg, in the upper part of the leg holder, to release the
pressure that may have built up inside. Perform this operation
on a monthly basis in case of standard road use, or after each
competition.
– Check the condition of seal ring 50 and if necessary replace
it.
Installation
- Tighten air bleed screw 14 to the prescribed torque (see table
in Cap. 3 Tightening torques - Specifications - Recommended
products), taking care not to damage seal ring 50.
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