Oil Replacement Procedure - Suzuki drz 400E Service Manual

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OIL REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
The following tools and equipment are required to perform oil replacement.
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OIL REPLACEMENT
Remove the rear shock absorber unit from the frame (
6-33), and then clean and dry it.
Remove the spring from the rear shock absorber unit. (
6-34)
NOTE:
Inspect the rear shock absorber unit for oil leakage.
Be sure to fully turn the rebound damping force adjusting screw
counterclockwise, so that the rear suspension oil can be
poured out easily.
Remove the valve cap, and then press the valve with a screw-
driver to bleed out nitrogen gas.
Releasing high pressure gas from the rear shock ab-
sorber unit can be hazardous. Never perform any ser-
vicing until the nitrogen gas pressure has been re-
leased from the rear shock absorber unit.
When releasing the gas pressure, place a rag over
the gas valve and use the tip of a screwdriver to press
the valve. Do not use your finger to depress the gas
valve, and be sure to direct the valve away from your
face and body.
Be sure to always wear eye protection when perform-
ing this procedure.
Remove the compression adjuster assembly 1 and the ori-
fice 2 from the rear shock absorber.
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SERVICE
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MANUAL
1 Screwdriver or small punch
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2 Vise*
3 Drain pan
4 Specified shock oil (SS-25)
5 Rags
6 Nitrogen tank
7 Filler hose and nozzle
8 Regulator assembly
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* Not shown in the illustration
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