Chery T21 2014 Service Manual page 1062

23 - SUSPENSION
Inspection
1. Check rear shock absorber assembly.
Manual inspection:
a. Install the nut (1) to the upper end of rear shock absorber assembly strut, and then install the T-wrench
(2) or equivalent.
b. Compress and extend the rear shock absorber
assembly strut several times by hands in the direction
of arrow as shown in the illustration. Check that there
is no abnormal resistance or unusual sound during
operation. If there is any abnormality, replace the rear
shock absorber assembly with a new one.
2. Check the other components of rear shock absorber assembly.
a. Check rear shock absorber upper insulator and lower insulator for cracks, wear or deformation.
Replace as necessary.
b. Check rear shock absorber insulator shim, rear shock absorber insulator sleeve for damage. Replace
as necessary.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION
 Always tighten coupling bolts and nuts to the specified torque.
 Bounce vehicle up and down several times to stabilize rear suspension after installation.
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