14. FRONT WHEEL/FRONT SUSPENSION STEERING SYSTEM MXU550EXi/MXU500i FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER REMOVAL/INSPECTIION/ INSTALLATION REMOVAL Remove the front shock absorber upper mount and lower mount bolts/nuts, then remove the front shock absorber. Shock Absorber INSPECTION Inspect the shock absorber rod. Bush Collar/Bush/Dust Seals Bends/damage Replace the shock absorber assembly. Inspect the shock absorber. Oil leaks Replace the shock absorber assembly. Inspect the spring of the shock absorber by move the spring up and down. Fatigue Replace the shock absorber assembly. Inspect bushes, collar and dust seals. Wear/damage Replace. Shock Absorber INSTALLATION Apply the grease onto the bushes, then install the shock absorber and tighten the upper mount and lower mount bolts/nuts to the specified torque. Torque: 4.8 kgf-m (48 N-m, 35 lbf-ft) Shock Absorber 14-7