Yamaha XT660R, Service Manual

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CHAS
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
EAS00686
HANDLING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
WARNING
_
This rear shock absorber contains highly
compressed nitrogen gas. Before handling
the rear shock absorber, read and make
sure you understand the following informa-
tion. The manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for property damage or per-
sonal injury that may result from improper
handling of the rear shock absorber.
• Do not tamper or attempt to open the rear
shock absorber.
• Do not subject the rear shock absorber to
an open flame or any other source of high
heat. High heat can cause an explosion
due to excessive gas pressure.
• Do not deform or damage the rear shock
absorber in any way. Rear shock
absorber damage will result in poor
damping performance.
EAS00688
DISPOSING OF A REAR SHOCK
ABSORBER
Gas pressure must be released before dispos-
ing of a rear shock absorber. To release the
gas pressure, drill a 2 ~ 3 mm hole through the
rear shock absorber at a point
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30 ~ 60 mm
from its end as shown.
WARNING
_
Wear eye protection to prevent eye damage
from released gas or metal chips.
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