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c) Adjusting the shock absorbers
Front axle Rear axle
At the upper end of the shock absorber (A), the spring preload can be adjusted by inserting plastic clips.
Theshockabsorbersonthefrontandrearaxlecanbemountedindifferentpositionsabovetheshockabsorber
bridge(B)andonthebottomsuspensionarm(C).Themanufacturerhaspreconguredanoptimalposition,therefore
changes should only be made by professional drivers.
Always ensure that the shock absorbers on each axle are level (i.e. on the left and right wheel of the front or rear axle),
otherwise the vehicle may not respond correctly.
Professionaldriverscanalsousespringswithadifferenthardnessgradeorlltheshockabsorberswithashock
absorberoilofadifferentviscosity.Theinstallationofaluminiumshockabsorbers,whichareadjustablebyknurling,
is possible.
As is the case with full-size vehic`ck absorbers (e.g. the suspension arm is coated in oil, or there is dripping oil), the
gaskets or shock absorbers must be replaced.