Suzuki DR-Z400S 2001 Service Manual page 297

10-14 DR-Z400SK2 ('02-MODEL)
• 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.
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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