Suzuki drz 400E Service Manual page 143

6-12 CHASSIS
Invert the fork and stroke it several times to drain out the fork
oil.
NOTE:
Hold the fork inverted for a few minutes to drain the oil.
Remove the push rod 1, needle 2, and return spring 3.
Remove the dust seal 4 and stopper ring 5.
Place the front fork in a vise with soft jaws.
NOTE:
Clamp the right front fork axle holder and the left front fork brake
caliper bracket using the vise.
Do not over tighten the vise or the outer tube will be
damaged.
Remove the damper rod bolt using the special tool.
09940-54821: Front fork inner rod holder
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