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Installation Procedure

  1. Inspect the cylinder pipes for the following items, replace as necessary:
    • Cracks
    • Dents
    • Damage to the threads
  2. Lubricate and install the new O-rings seals onto the cylinder pipes.
    Fig 1: Identifying Steering Gear, Steering Gear Pipe, And Fittings
    G04844049Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  3. Position the steering gear pipe (1) to the steering gear. Loosely install the steering gear pipe fittings (2).
    Fig 2: Identifying Steering Gear Housing, Steering Gear Pipe, And Fittings
    G04844050Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  4. Position the steering gear pipe (1) to the steering gear. Loosely install the steering gear pipe fittings (2).
    CAUTION:

    Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .

  5. Tighten the steering gear pipe fittings

    Tightening torque 

    Tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft). 

  6. Install the steering gear. Refer to STEERING GEAR REPLACEMENT .