Suspension Control Arm/Steering Knuckle Check; Suspension Control Arm Bushing Check; Suspension Control Arm Joint Check; Front Suspension Fasteners Check - Suzuki RA410 Manual

SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM/STEERING
KNUCKLE CHECK
Inspect for cracks, deformation or damage.
SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM BUSHING
CHECK
Inspect for damage, wear or deterioration.

SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM JOINT CHECK

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Check for smooth rotation.
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Inspect ball stud for damage.
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Inspect dust cover for damage.
NOTE:
Suspension control arm and arm joint cannot be separated.
If there is any damage to either, control arm assembly must be re-
placed as a complete unit.

FRONT SUSPENSION FASTENERS CHECK

Check each bolt and nut fastening suspension parts for tighteness.
Tighten loose one, if any, to specified torque, referring to P.3D-7.

WHEEL DISC, NUT AND BEARING CHECK

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Inspect each wheel disc for dents, distortion and cracks.
A disc in badly damaged condition must be replaced.
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Check wheel nuts for tightness and, as necessary, retighten
them to specification.
Tightening Torque
(a): 85 N · m (8.5 kg-m, 61.5 lb-ft)
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Check wheel bearing for wear. When measuring thrust play, ap-
ply a dial gauge to wheel hub.
Thrust play limit: 0.1 mm (0.004 in)
If measurement exceeds limit when shaft nut is tightened to
specified torque, replace bearing.
Tightening torque for drive shaft nut
175 N · m (17.5 kg-m, 127.0 lb-ft)
FRONT SUSPENSION 3D-5