Axis E1, Owner'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE
Steering Wheel Inspection
Check the steering wheel for specified free play and smooth operation at the intervals
outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 59.
1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Lightly turn the steering wheel left and right. There should be 0.8"-1.0" (20-25 mm) of free play
at the outer rim of the steering wheel.
3. If there is excessive free play or strange noises, or the steering feels rough or “catchy,” have
the steering system inspected by an authorized HSUN dealer.
Front and Rear Shock Adjustment
WARNING
These shock absorber assemblies
contain highly pressurized nitrogen gas,
read and understand the following
information before handling the shock
absorber assemblies.
·
Do not tamper with or attempt to open
the cylinder assemblies.
·
Do not subject the shock absorber
assemblies to an open flame or other
high heat source. This may cause the
unit to explode due to excessive gas
pressure.
·
Do not deform or damage the cylinders
in any way. Cylinder damage will result
in poor damping performance.
·
Do not dispose of a damaged or worn
out shock absorber assembly yourself.
Take the shock absorber assembly to a
HSUN dealer for any service.
The spring preload, rebound damping and compression damping forces of the front and
rear shock absorber assemblies can be adjusted to suit the operating conditions.
NOTE:
Never turn an adjusting mechanism beyond the minimum and maximum settings.
Spring preload
1. Loosen the locknut.
2. Turn the spring preload adjusting nut in direction
ⓐ
to increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, and in direction
ⓑ
to decrease the spring preload and
thereby soften the suspension.