Remove the cushion rod. Refer to “cushion rod removal and installation” .
Remove the cushion rod bearing with the special tool.
Special tool (a): 09921–20240 (bearing remover set) Installation
Caution the removed bearings must be replaced with new ones.
Press the bearings into the cushion rod at 0.5 Mm (0.02 In) depth “a” from the cushion rod side surface with the special tool and suitable size socket wrench.
Note
when installing the bearing, apply a small quantity of the grease to housing.
: Grease 99000–25010 (suzuki super grease “a” or equivalent)Special tool (a): 09924–84521 (bearing installer set)
0.5 Mm (0.02 In)
Apply grease to the bearings.
: Grease 99000–25010 (suzuki super grease “a” or equivalent)
Install the cushion rod. Refer to “cushion rod bearing removal and installation” .
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