FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER REASSEMBLY


  1. INSTALL FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER BUSH


    1. A01DSP7E01

      Using SST and a press, install a new absorber bush.

      SST
      09710-30012   ( 09710-04071, 09710-04081 )
  2. INSTALL FRONT COIL SPRING LH


    1. A01DNWIE02

      Secure SST in a vise.

      SST
      09727-30022   ( 09727-00010, 09727-00031 )
      09727-00060
    2. A01DR5IE04
      Text in Illustration
      *a Correct
      *b Incorrect

      Attach the arm of SST to the diameter of the coil spring.

      CAUTION:


      • Make sure that the coil spring is installed so that the distance between the upper and lower hooks of SST is at the maximum.

      • Make sure that the claws of the hooks are securely attached.

    3. Using SST, compress the coil spring.

      CAUTION:


      • If the coil spring bends during the compression, immediately stop the compression and reinstall SST.

      • Do not compress the spring until the coil springs contact each other.

      • Do not use an impact wrench.

    4. A01DPWLE02
      Text in Illustration
      *a Lower End

      Install the coil spring to the shock absorber.

      Tech Tips

      Fit the lower end of the coil spring into the recess of the spring seat of the shock absorber.

  3. INSTALL FRONT SUSPENSION SUPPORT SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


    1. Install the cushion, 2 retainers and suspension support to the piston rod.

    2. Temporarily install a new front shock absorber nut to the suspension support.

    3. A01DOO3E01
      Text in Illustration
      *A LH
      *B RH
      *1 Absorber Bush
      *2 Suspension Support Sub-assembly
      A01DQPB Front

      Position the suspension support as shown in the illustration.

    4. Remove SST.

      Tech Tips

      Release the coil spring while checking the position of the suspension support.

      Note

      Do not use an impact wrench. It will damage the shock absorber rod.

  4. TIGHTEN FRONT SUPPORT TO FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER NUT


    1. Tighten a new nut.

      Torque:
      25 N*m  { 255 kgf*cm, 18 ft.*lbf }