Shock Absorber Check
- Inspect for deformation or damage.
- Inspect bushings for wear or damage.
- Inspect for evidence of oil leakage.
Replace any defective part.
WARNING:
When handling rear shock absorber (1) in which high-pressure gas is sealed, make sure to observe the following precautions.
- Don't disassemble it.
- Don't put it into the fire.
- Don't store it where it gets hot.
- Before disposing it, be sure to drill a hole in it where shown by an arrow in the figure and let gas and oil out. Lay it down sideways for this work.
- The gas itself is harmless but it may issue out of the hole together with chips generated by the drill. Therefore, be sure to wear goggle.
Drill hole diameter
"a": Approx. 3 mm (0.12 in.)