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CHAS
FRONT ARMS AND FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER
j. Apply lithium-soap base grease to the new
ball joint
A
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k. Install a new rubber boot and new circlip.
NOTE:
Always use a new ball joint set.
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CHECKING THE FRONT SHOCK
ABSORBER
1. Check:
• shock absorber rod
Bends/damage
→
Replace the shock
absorber assembly.
• shock absorber assembly
Oil leaks
→
Replace the shock absorber
assembly.
• spring
Fatigue
→
Replace the shock absorber
assembly.
Move the spring up and down.
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