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REAR SUSPENSION
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V. PAN HARD ROD REMOVAL
1. Apply hand brake.
2. Loosen and remove the bolts & nuts
connecting pan hard rod to the bracket on rear
axle and bracket on chassis frame.
3. Tap the pan hard rod gently and take out the
assembly.
INSPECTION
1. Check the condition of rubber bushes. If
required replace the bushes with new one.
NOTE
For replacement of bushes refer the procedure of
bush removal and fitment in overhauling section.
2. Check the condition of lower link for any bend
and damage. If required replace the same with
new one.
REFITMENT
For refitment follow the reverse procedure of
removal. Apply the specified torque as per the
procedure given in
“Rear suspension links
tightening procedure”
.
VI. REAR SHOCK ABSORBER REMOVAL
1. Hoist the vehicle on two post lift.
2. Support the rear axle from below at both ends.
3. Disconnect the LH side upper link from the
rear axle bracket by removing the mounting
bolt to avoid any damage to the fuel tank
assembly.
4. Loosen and remove the lower mounting nut of
the rear shock absorber.
5. Loosen and remove two mounting bolts from
the top.