MAINTENANCE ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 64
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– Measure the entire spring pack when it is unloaded.
Info
Spring preload is the difference in length between the spring pack when it is
unloaded and when it is installed.
– Tighten the spring pack by turning the adjusting ring to the specified setting.
Guideline
Spring preload
Comfort 3 mm
Standard 5 mm
Sport 5 mm
– Tighten the lock ring and the adjusting ring.
Info
If you increase the spring preload, you should also slightly increase the rebound
damping.
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Install the rear shock absorber. x ( p. 66)
9.14Removing the rear shock absorber x
– Jack up the vehicle. ( p. 50)
– Remove the rear fender. ( p. 125)