Front Shock Absorber And Spring Disassembly/Assembly: Notes

WARNING:

Removing/installing the piston rod nut is dangerous. The shock absorber and spring could fly off under tremendous pressure and cause serious injury or death. Secure the shock absorber in the SSTs before removing the piston rod nut.

Remove in the order indicated in the table.
Install in the reverse order of removal.

Fig 1: Front Shock Absorber, Spring & Torque Specification
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