8. SUSPENSION SYSTEM
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Extend and compress the piston several times over its
entire stroke. Check that it moves smoothly and with
uniform resistance with rod up. Any of the following
conditions will denote a defective shock:
A skip or hang up when reversing stroke at
mid-travel.
Seizing or binding conditions except at extreme end
of either stroke.
A gurgling noise after completing one full
compression and extension stroke.
Replace shock if any these conditions are found.
Knuckle
Inspect the knuckle for damage. If any damages are
found, replace the knuckle with a new one.
Lower Suspension Arm
Inspect the suspension arm and for damage or
distortion. If any damages or distortion are found,
replace the suspension arm with a new one.
Move suspension arm from side to side. There should
be no noticeable loose. Replace bushing if necessary.
Move suspension arm up and down.There should be no
noticeable loose. Replace bushing if necessary.
Upper Suspension Arm
Inspect the suspension arm and for damage or
distortion. If any damages or distortion are found,
replace the suspension arm with a new one.
Move suspension arm from side to side. There should
be no noticeable loose. Replace bushing if necessary.
Move suspension arm up and down.There should be no
noticeable loose. Replace bushing if necessary.
Check ball joint for damage, pitting, looseness and
roughness. If so ,replace it.
Checl ball joint bellows for cracks. Change if
necessary.
REASSEMBLY
Reassemble and remount the front suspension in the
reverse order of removal and disassembly. Pay
attention to the following points.
1.
Install the washers and tighten the knuckle nuts
to the specified torque.
2.
Replace the removed cotter pins with new cotter
pins.