Front Shock Absorber With Coil Spring: Inspection

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INSPECT FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER
1. Compress and extend the shock absorber rod and check that there is no abnormal resistance or abnormal sound during the operation.
  If there is any abnormality, replace the shock absorber with a new one.
  
  NOTE: When disposing of the shock absorber, see DISPOSAL .
  
  Fig 1: Inspecting Front Shock Absorber
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