Setting up your vehicle
Installing new shock absorbers may
alter ride height, wheel angles etc. on
your vehicle. Therefore, it is wise to do
a complete set-up check of the vehicle
after you have installed the Öhlins shock
absorber.
Perform the following steps and
always take notes before using the shock
absorber;
Check ride height, front and rear.
Adjust if necessary.
If scales are available check corner
weight, front and rear. Adjust if necessary.
NOTE!
Always consult your Öhlins dealer if you
have any questions regarding settings of
the shock absorber/strut.
Making adjustments
Suspension settings are dependent on
your vehicles weight, you’re driving style,
road conditions etc. If you are not happy
with our recommended settings, here are
a few guidelines and ground rules how to
make adjustments.
To make improvements, it is important
to understand the function of the shock
absorbers and through testing learn how
they affect the handling of your vehicle.
NOTE!
Always start with the settings
recommended by Öhlins.
NOTE!
Higher click numbers give less damping
force.
When making adjustments:
• Take notes, make the adjustments
in small steps (2-3 at a time) and not
outside the usable click range. See
mounting instructions.
• When you think you have made an
improvement, go back to what you
started with and double check to be
sure.
• Pay attention to changes in conditions
like tires or temperatures, etc. In
general, compression damping changes
should be used to infl uence the vehicle’s
stability and response, while rebound
damping changes should be used to
infl uence comfort and traction.
• When you need more damping force,
you should mainly try to increase
compression damping and use as little
rebound damping as possible. This
usually means that you gain comfort
and handling performance.
Adjustments
Setting up your vehicle and Making adjustments
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