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Disassembly and Assembly: Disassembly

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CAUTION: Do not damage the piston rod when removing components from the front coil spring and shock absorber.
  1. Install Tool (A) to the front coil spring and shock absorber.
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    CAUTION: When installing Tool (A), wrap a shop cloth around the front coil spring and shock absorber to protect the parts from damage.

    Tool number

    : ST35652000 (-)
  2. Secure Tool (A) in a vise.
  3. Slightly loosen the piston rod lock nut.
    WARNING: Do not remove the piston rod lock nut completely. If it is removed completely, the front coil spring can jump out and may cause serious damage or injury.
  4. Compress the front coil spring using suitable tool (A).
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    WARNING: Make sure that the pawls of the suitable tool are firmly hooked on the front coil spring. Suitable tool must be tightened alternately so as not to tilt the front coil spring.
  5. Make sure the front coil spring is free between the shock absorber bracket and the spring lower seat.
  6. Hold the piston rod and remove the piston rod lock nut (1).
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    CAUTION: Do not reuse the piston rod lock nut.
  7. Remove the washer, bushings, shock absorber bracket, tube, and rubber seat from the shock absorber. Refer to Exploded View .
  8. Gradually release the suitable tool and remove the front coil spring.
    CAUTION: Release the suitable tool while making sure the position of the suitable tool on the front coil spring does not move.
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