Subsection 02 (PERIODIC MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES)
Tie-Rod End
Check tie-rod end ball joint for:
– Damage
– Pitting
– Abnormal play.
Replace if necessary.
Cleaning and Lubricating the Steering
Column Half Bushing
Clean, inspect and lubricate upper and lower
steering column half bushings and O rings. Refer
to
STEERING SYSTEM
subsection.
SUSPENSION
Inspecting the Shock Absorber
Check shock absorber for any leaks, replace if nec-
essary.
Check shock absorber for abnormal play:
– Front to back
– Up and down.
If any play is detected, replace shock absorber
bushings. Refer to
REAR SUSPENSION
subsec-
tion.
Lubricating the Shock Absorber
Spherical Bearing
HPG Shock Absorber (with Remote Reservoir)
1. Remove shock absorber from vehicle.
2. Remove shock sleeves then O-rings from
shock absorber.
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1. Sleeve
2. O-ring
3. Clean spherical bearing using a shop rag to re-
move any dirt and debris.
4. Lubricate spherical bearing as illustrated.
SPHERICAL BEARING LUBRICATION
SUSPENSION GREASE (P/N 293 550 033)
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1. Apply grease here
5. Install O-rings then shock sleeves.
6. Install shock absorber.
Lubricating the Front Suspension Arm
Lubricate suspension arm at grease fittings.
SUSPENSION ARM LUBRICATION
SUSPENSION GREASE (P/N 293 550 033)
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TYPICAL
1. Grease fittings
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