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SUSPENSION 14-7 Shock Absorbers
Front Shock Absorber Inspection
Since the front shock absorbers are sealed units which cannot be disassembledonly external checks are necessaryIf one unit is damagedreplace both shock absorbers as setIf only one unit is replaced and the two are not balancedvehicle instability at high speed may result
Front Shock Absorber Spring Replacement
Remove: Front Shock Absorber (see Front Shock Absorber Removal) Hold the holder [A] (57001-1476) and spacer [B] (57001 -1477) in vice as shown Install the guide arbors [C] (57001-1476) on the holder Insert the front shock absorber [D] into the center of the spacer and holderSpecial ToolsHolderGuide Arbor: 57001-1476 HolderSpacer: 57001-1477