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CHAS
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY AND RELAY
ARM
2. Remove:
• rear shock absorber assembly lower bolt 1
• connecting arms
NOTE:
@
While removing the connecting arm bolt, hold
the swingarm so that it does not drop down.
3. Remove:
• rear shock absorber assembly upper bolt 1
• rear shock absorber assembly
NOTE:
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Raise the swingarm and then remove the rear
shock absorber assembly from between the
swingarm and relay arm.
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CHECKING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
ASSEMBLY
1. Check:
• rear shock absorber rod
Bends/damage → Replace the rear shock
absorber assembly.
• rear shock absorber
Gas leaks/oil leaks → Replace the rear
shock absorber assembly.
• spring
Damage/wear → Replace the rear shock
absorber assembly.
• bolts
Bends/damage/wear → Replace.
CHECKING THE CONNECTING ARM AND
RELAY ARM
1. Check:
• connecting arms 1
• relay arm 2
Damage/wear → Replace.