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CHAS
REAR ARMS AND REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
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DISPOSING OF A REAR SHOCK
ABSORBER AND GAS CYLINDER
(For models equipped with gas-oil damper
shock absorbers)
Gas pressure must be released before dispos-
ing of a rear shock absorber and gas cylinder.
To release the gas pressure, press on the gas
valve needle with a suitable tool as shown,
until all of the gas is released (the hissing has
stopped).
WARNING
_
Wear eye protection to prevent eye damage
from released gas or metal chips.
CHECKING THE REAR SHOCK
ABSORBERS
1. Check:
• shock absorber rod
Bends/damage
→
Replace the shock
absorber assembly.
• shock absorber assembly
Oil leaks
→
Replace the shock absorber
assembly.
• spring
Move the spring up and down.
Fatigue
→
Replace the shock absorber
assembly.
