INSPECT GAS CHAMBER
Note. Before conducting this inspection, check that front and rear shock absorber neutral pressure are within the specified range (See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION ).
- Start the engine with the vehicle unloaded (with fuel tank full) and adjust the vehicle height to the "LO" position.
- Record the graduation on the reservoir tank. (A)
- Adjust the vehicle height from "LO" position to "HI" position.
- Note the graduations on the reservoir tank (B). Inspect that the value (A - B) is within the standard value. Standard value: A - B = 7 graduations or more
Note. Perform the inspection 30 secs. after "HI" indicator light has changed flushing to light up.
If the value is not within the specification, replace all the gas chambers with new ones.
Scheme 99
- DRAIN SUSPENSION FLUID AHC Connect the hose to the bleeder plug for damping force control actuator and loosen the bleeder plug. CAUTION: While the fluid is being discharged, vehicle height is lowered suddenly. After the fluid pressure has dropped and oil has drained out, tighten the bleeder plug and remove the hose. Torque: 8.3 N.m (84 kgf.cm, 73 in.lbf) (Scheme 99): Connecting Hose To Bleeder Plug
- REMOVE COVER Remove the 2 bolts and cover. Torque: 28 N.m (290 kgf.cm, 21 ft.lbf)
- DISCONNECT CONNECTOR
- REMOVE DAMPING FORCE CONTROL ACTUATOR Disconnect the 2 fluid lines from the damping force control actuator. Torque: Inlet: 15 N.m (155 kgf.cm, 11 ft.lbf) Outlet: 44 N.m (450 kgf.cm, 33 ft.lbf) Remove the nut, 2 bolts and damping force control actuator. Torque: 29 N.m (300 kgf.cm, 22 ft.lbf)