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13-26 SUSPENSION
Rear Shock Absorber
Rear Shock Absorber Scrapping
                          WARNING
    Since the rear shock absorber contains nitrogen
    gas, do not incinerate the rear shock absorber with-
    out first releasing the gas or it may explode. Before
    a rear shock absorber is scrapped, drill a hole at the
    point [A] shown to release the nitrogen gas com-
    pletely. Wear safety glasses when drilling the hole,
    as the gas may blow out bits of drilled metal when
    the hole opens.

Rear Shock Absorber Bearing Removal
• Remove:
   Rear Shock Absorber (see Rear Shock Absorber Re-
     moval)
     Sleeve [A]
     Grease Seals [B]
•   Remove the needle bearing [C], using a suitable tool.

Rear Shock Absorber Bearing Installation
• Replace
  new ones.
             the needle bearing [A] and grease seals [B] with

• Apply   plenty of grease to the lips of the grease seals.
• [C] 7.5themmneedle
  Install             bearing position as shown.
                 (0.30 in.)
• Install the grease seals and sleeve [D].