Suzuki LT-Z400 2003 - Inspection; Rear Shock Absorber Disposal

~ CHASSIS
INSPECTION
Inspect the shock abso rb er body and ru bber bushing for dam-
age and leakage of oi l.
If any defects are found, re place th e shock abso rb er with a new
one.
! CAUTlON !
Do not attempt to disassemble the rear shock
absorber. It is unservlceble.
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER DISPOSAL
A WARNING
* The rear shock absorber unit contains high-pressure
ni trogen gas.
• Mishandling can cause explosion .
* Keep away from fire and heat. High gas pressure
caused by heat can cause an explosion .
• Release gas pressure before disposing.
GAS PRESSURE RELEASE
• Remove the valve cap .
• Press the valve with a screwdriver to bleed out the nitrogen
gas .
A WARNING
• Releasing high pressure gas from the rear shock
absorber unit can be hazardous. Never perform any
servicing until the nitrogen gas pressure has been
released
from the rear shock absorber unit.
.. When releasi ng the gas pressure , place a reg over
the gas valve and use the tip of a screwdriver to
pre ss the valve. Do not us e your finger to depress
the gas valve, and be sure to direct the valve away
fr
om your face and body .
.. Be sure to always wear eye protection when perform~
Ing th is procedure .