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9. Mechanical Fault troubleshooting
# Description
Probable cause
Repair action
1 Noises from front
steering and
suspension
system
Check front suspension for
clearances and secure of bolts.
Check front shock absorbers.
Check the ,rod end for
clearance.
Replace wear parts,
secure bolts.
Replace if needed.
2 Front suspension
not functioning
properly.
Check front shock absorbers.
Replace if needed.
3 Excessive wear of
front tires after
short period.
Wear of bushings that cause
clearances in the system.
Un adjusted steering system.
Replace wear parts ,
Adjust the steering
and secure.
4 Rear suspension
Noisy.
Wear in power unit absorbing
Rubbers.
Check for clearances and
unsecured parts.
Check the shock absorbers.
Replace the
absorbing rubbers if
needed.
Secure parts.
Replace shock
absorbers if needed.
5 Rear suspension
not functioning
Check user weight and the fit
of the absorbers.
Faulty shock absorbers
Replace if needed
Replace if needed
6 Noise from power
unit.
Wear in power unit
Check and replace
power unit if needed
7 Too short distance
travel between
charging
Power unit wear, consume high
current. Also might be noisy.
Battery – low voltage -
Check noise and
current and replace if
needed.
Replace the battery.
Check the charger.