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14-8 SUSPENSION
Shock Absorbers
Front Shock Absorber Preload Adjustment
The spring adjusting sleeve [A] on front shock absorber
has 5 positions so that the spring can be adjusted for differ-
ent terrain and loading conditions. If the spring action feels
too soft or too stiff, adjust it in accordance with the following
table.
Spring Action
Position
Spring
Force
Setting Load Terrain Speed
1
Soft
Light
Smooth
Low
2(STD)
↑ ↑ ↑ ↑
3
4
↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓
5
Stronger
Hard Heavy Rough High
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Turn the adjusting sleeve on front shock absorber to the
desired position with the wrench.
Special Tool - Steering Stem Nut Wr ench: 57001-1100
Front Shock Absorber Removal
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Support the vehicle on a stand or a jack so that the front
wheels are off the ground.
Special Tool - Jack: 57001-1238
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While holding the front wheels, remove the lower and up-
per shock absorber m ounting bolts [A], nuts, and wash-
ers.
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Remove the front shock absorber [B].
Front Shock Absorber Installation
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Apply grease to the inside of bushing [A] and grease seal
lips [B].
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Install:
Collar [C]
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Install:
Bushing [ A] (press)
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Tighten:
Torque - Front Shock Absorber Mounting Nuts [B]: 34 N·m
(3.5 kgf·m, 25 ft·lb)