Yamaha TMAX XP530E-A 2017, Service Manual

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FRONT FORK
4-91
2. Measure:
• Spring free length “a”
Out of specification

Replace.
3. Check:
•
Damper rod assembly “1”
Damage/wear

Replace.
Obstruction

Blow out all of the oil passag-
es with compressed air.
NOTICE
ECA19110
• The front fork leg has a very sophisticated
internal construction, which are particular-
ly sensitive to foreign material.
• When disassembling and assembling the
front fork leg, do not allow any foreign ma-
terial to enter the front fork.
EAS30209
ASSEMBLING THE FRONT FORK LEGS
The following procedure applies to both of the
front fork legs.
WARNING
EWA13660
• Make sure the oil levels in both front fork
legs are equal.
• Uneven oil levels can result in poor han-
dling and a loss of stability.
TIP
•
When assembling the front fork leg, be sure to
replace the following parts:
–Inner tube bushing
–Outer tube bushing
–Oil seal
–Dust seal
–Oil seal clip
–O-ring
–Copper washer
• Before assembling the front fork leg, make
sure all of the components are clean.
1. Lubricate:
• Inner tube outer surface
2. Install:
•
Dust seal “1”
• Oil seal clip “2”
• Oil seal “3”
• Washer “4”
•
Outer tube bushing “5”
•
Inner tube bushing “6”
NOTICE
ECA14220
Make sure the numbered side of the oil seal
faces up.
TIP
• Before installing the oil seal, lubricate its lips
with lithium-soap-based grease.
• Lubricate the outer surface of the inner tube
with fork oil.
• Before installing the oil seal, cover the top of
the front fork leg with a plastic bag to protect
the oil seal during installation.
Fork spring free length
297.1 mm (11.70 in)
Limit
291.1 mm (11.46 in)
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2
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Recommended oil
Suspension oil 01 or equivalent
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