SA–24 SUSPENSION AND AXLE – FRONT SUSPENSION FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER INSPECTION INSPECT SHOCK ABSORBER Compress and extend the shock absorber rod and check that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual operation sounds. If there is any abnormality, replace the shock absorber with a new one. NOTICE: When discarding the shock absorber, use the following procedure. FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER DISPOSAL 1. FULLY EXTEND SHOCK ABSORBER ROD 2. DRILL HOLE TO REMOVE GAS FROM CYLINDER Using a drill, make a hole in the cylinder within the shaded region to remove the gas inside. CAUTION: The gas coming out is harmless, but be careful of chips which may fly up when drilling. 30 mm (1.18 in.) 50 mm (1.97 in.) SHOCK ABSORBER BUSHING REPLACEMENT 1. REMOVE BUSHING Using SST and a deep socket wrench, press out the bushing. SST 09710–14012 (09710–00020) SST 2. INSTALL NEW BUSHING Using SST and a deep socket wrench, press in a new bushing. SST 09710–14012 (09710–00020) HINT: Do not apply grease or oil to the bushing. SST FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY 1. INSTALL INSULATOR TO SUSPENSION SUPPORT HINT: Match the bolt of the suspension support with the cut–out part of the insulator. 2. INSTALL SPRING BUMPER TO SHOCK ABSORBER R05829 R07537 R11824 R11825 R01040