Fig. 9: Installing Upper Spring Seat
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MOUNTING RUBBER ASSEMBLY NOTE
1. Slide the mounting rubber identification mark away from the notch of the spring seat and install.
Fig. 10: Sliding Mounting Rubber Identification Mark From Notch
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FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER INSPECTION
1. Remove the front shock absorber. (See
FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
.) (See
FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING
DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY
.)
2. Inspect for damage and oil leakage.
3. Compress and extend the shock piston at least three times. Verify that the operational force does not
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