Suzuki Burgman AN400, Service Manual, Page: 302 / 475

2C-5 Rear Suspension:
Rear Suspension Inspection
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Refer to “Rear Suspension Inspection in Section 0B
(Page0B-16)”.
Rear Shock Absorber Inspection
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Inspect the rear shock absorber in the following
procedures:
1) Remove the rear shock absorber. Refer to “Rear
Shock Absorber and Rear Shock Absorber
Assembly Removal and Installation (Page2C-4)”.
2) Inspect the rear shock absorber for oil leakage.
3) Inspect the bushing for play and damage.
4) Inspect the rear shock absorber spring for crack or
other damage. If any defects are found, replace the
shock absorber with a new one.
CAUTION
!
Do not attempt to disassemble the rear shock
absorber. It is unserviceable.
5) Install the rear shock absorber. Refer to “Rear Shock
Absorber and Rear Shock Absorber Assembly
Removal and Installation (Page2C-4)”.
Rear Shock Absorber Gas Pressure Release
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Refer to “Rear Shock Absorber and Rear Shock
Absorber Assembly Removal and Installation (Page2C-
4)”.
WARNING
!
The rear shock absorber unit contains high-
pressure nitrogen 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
Make sure to observe the following precautions.
WARNING
!
• Never apply heat or disassemble the
damper unit since it can explode or oil can
splash hazardously.
• When discarding the rear shock absorber,
be sure to release gas pressure from the
rear shock absorber following the
procedures.
1) Mark the drill hole at position “a” shown in the
illustration, with a center punch.
Length “a”
15 mm
2) Wrap rear shock absorber (1) with a vinyl bag (2)
and fix it on a vise as shown.
3) Drill a 2 – 3 mm (0.08 – 0.12 in) hole at the marked
drill center using a drilling machine and let out gas
while taking care not to get the vinyl bag entangled
with the drill bit.
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“ a ”
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