B
B
CHAS
REMOVING THE FRONT ARMS
1. Check:
•
front arm free play
a. Check the front arm side play by moving
it from side to side.
If side play is noticeable, check the bush-
ings.
b. Check the front arm vertical movement
by moving it up and down.
If the vertical movement is tight or rough, or
if there is binding, check the bushings.
2. Remove:
•
front arm
CHECKING THE FRONT ARMS
1. Check:
•
front arms
Bends/damage Replace.
2. Check:
•
bushes
Wear/damage Replace.
CHECKING THE FRONT SHOCK
ABSORBERS
The following procedure applies to both of the
front shock absorber assemblies.
1. Check:
•
shock absorber
Oil leaks
Replace the front shock absorber
assembly.
•
shock absorber rod
Bends/damage
Replace the front shock
absorber assembly.
•
spring
Fatigue
Replace the front shock absorber
assembly.
Move the spring up and down.
FRONT ARMS AND FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER
ASSEMBLIES
2
1
1
1
2
2
A
A
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