REAR SUSPENSION > Rear Shock Absorber
INSPECTION
1. Check for oil leaks.
2. Move the piston rod up and down to check that it operates smoothly without any hitch.

3. Check the piston rod for play as follows:
(1) Fix the outer shell in place and fully extend the rod.
(2) Set the dial gauge on the end of the rod L [10 mm (0.39 in)].
(3) While applying a force of W [20 N (2 kgf, 4 lbf)] to the threaded part, read the dial gauge indication P1.
(4) Apply a force of 20 N (2 kgf, 4 lbf) from the opposite direction of “W”, and then read the dial gauge indication P2.

Play limit (P1 + P2): 0.8 mm (0.031 in)
Disposal
InstallationAdjustment
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Inspection
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Changing a flat tire
WARNING
Do not jack up the vehicle on an
incline or a loose road surface.
The jack can come out of the
jacking point or sink into the
ground and this can result in a
severe accident.
Use only the jack provided with
your vehicle. The jack supplied
with the vehicle is designed on ...