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FRONT WHEEl/SUSPENSION/STEERING
INSTALLATION
Install
the
tie-rods
into the
steering shaft arm and
knuckle.
Install new nuts and tighten
them by holding
the
ball joint stud flats with an open end wrench.
TORQUE:
54 N'm
(5.5
kgf·m
,
40
Ibf.tt)
Install new cotter pins.
Install the front wheel (page 14-14)
Install
the
inner fenders (page 2-9)
FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER
REMOVAL
Support the vehicle with a support block
to raise
the
front wheels off the ground.
Support the suspension arm or
front
wheel, and
remove
the
upper and lower mounting
nuts,
bolts
and shock
absorber.
INSPECTION
Check the upper pivot bushing
for
wear or
damage.
Check the damper unit
for
leakage or other
damage.
Replace the shock absorber assembly
if
necessary.
Remove
the lower
pivot
collar.
Remove the
dust seals.
'05, '06.
Check the lower pivot bearing for wear or
damage.
Afler
'06
Check the lower pivot bushing
for
wear or
damage.
14-44
UPPER
PIVOT
BUSHING
SEALS
~
BEARING/BUSHING
LOWER PIVOT COLLAR
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