MAINTENANCE ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 57
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Increasing the spring preload raises the center of gravity of the vehicle. This can have a large impact on vehicle handling.
Tip
Before changing the spring preload, make a note of the present setting, e.g., by measuring the length of the spring.
– Jack up the vehicle. ( p. 50)
– Clean the shock absorber thoroughly.
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– Loosen lock ring .
Hook wrench (83019001000)
– Turn adjusting ring until the spring pack is fully unloaded.
– Measure the entire spring pack when it is unloaded.