Handling The Rear Shock Absorber; Disposing Of A Rear Shock Absorber; Checking The Rear Shock Absorber Assembly - Yamaha FZ6-ST Supplementary Service Manual

REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
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HANDLING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER

WARNING
This rear shock absorber contains highly
compressed nitrogen gas. Before handling
the rear shock absorber, read and make sure
you understand the following information.
The manufacturer cannot be held responsi-
ble for property damage or personal injury
that may result from improper handling of
the rear shock absorber.
S Do not tamper or attempt to open the rear
shock absorber.
S Do not subject the rear shock absorber to
an open flame or any other source of high
heat. High heat can cause an explosion due
to excessive gas pressure.
S Do not deform or damage the rear shock
absorber in any way. Rear shock absorber
damage will result in poor damping perfor-
mance.
EAS00688
DISPOSING OF A REAR SHOCK
ABSORBER
Gas pressure must be released before dispos-
ing of a rear shock absorber. To release the gas
pressure, drill a 2 X 3 mm hole through the rear
shock absorber at a point 15 X 20 mm from its
end as shown.
WARNING
Wear eye protection to prevent eye damage
from released gas or metal chips.
EAS00695
CHECKING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
ASSEMBLY
1. Check:
S rear shock absorber rod
Bends/damage ! Replace the rear shock
absorber assembly.
S rear shock absorber
Gas leaks/oil leaks ! Replace the rear
shock absorber assembly.
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