Section 15 SUSPENSION
Subsection 02 (DIRECT ACTION SUSPENSION)
SMR2003-045_15_02A.FM 15-02-3
Tilt seat upward.
Loosen upper gear clamp no. 9 of inner boot no. 5.
1. Loosen gear clamp
Remove bolt no. 10 and lock nut no. 11 from shock
absorber upper support.
1. Bolt
2. Lock nut
Remove shock absorber/coil spring assembly.
Outer Boot
Pull outer boot to remove it from body.
Coil Spring
Install spring compressor tool (P/N 529 027 100)
in a vise.
Install shock absorber/coil spring assembly in
spring compressor tool.
Compress spring and remove cup no. 13.
Unload tool and remove spring from shock absorber.
INSPECTION
Boot
Inspect condition of boots. If there are any signs
of tear, renew boot(s).
Shock Absorber
Inspect shock absorber for wear. Extend and com-
press the piston several times over its entire
stroke; it should move smoothly and with uniform
resistance.
Pay attention to the following conditions that will
denote a defective shock absorber:
– A skip or a hang back when reversing stroke at
mid travel.
– Seizing or binding condition except at extreme
end of either stroke.
– Oil leakage.
– A gurgling noise, after completing one full com-
pression and extension stroke.
Renew if any defects are present.
ASSEMBLY
Assembly is essentially the reverse of disassem-
bly procedure. Refer to the main illustration at the
beginning of this subsection for torque specifica-
tions and service products to be used.
WARNING
Do not attempt to dismantle a spring without
using the proper tool.
F08L13A
1
F08Q04A
2
1
F05L0NA
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