Load-Levelling Shock Absorber
Load-Levelling Shock Absorber1. With the vehicle unladen, measure and note the dimensions between the base of the wheel rim and the top of the rear fender on both sides.
^ The measurements on both sides should be approximately equal.
2. With a load of 4 average size adults and a 100 kg weight, measure and note the dimensions between the base of the wheel rim and the top of the rear fender on both sides.
3. With a load of 4 average size adults and a 100 kg weight, drive the vehicle for 3 km on a road of normal condition.
NOTE: Due to the internal ratchet mechanism of the suspension components, the height of the rear of the vehicle should rise during the road test.
4. With a load of 4 average size adults and a 100 kg weight, measure and note the dimensions between the base of the wheel rim and the top of the rear fender on both sides.
5. If the dimensions on both sides are no longer approximately equal, install new load levelling shock absorbers.
6. If the dimensions are approximately equal, unload the vehicle and drive the vehicle for 3 km on a road of normal condition.
NOTE: Due to the internal ratchet mechanism of the suspension components, the height of the rear of the vehicle should rise during the road test.
7. With the vehicle unladen, measure and note the dimensions between the base of the wheel rim and the top of the rear fender on both sides.
Check the final dimensions with the original dimensions taken in the unladen condition.
8. If the final dimensions do not approximately equal the original dimensions, install new load levelling shock absorbers.
9. If the final dimensions approximately equal the original dimensions, verify the customer concern.