Front suspension inspection, Warning – Cannondale S440 User Manual
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WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death.
Front suspension inspection
1.
Make sure the fork leg protectors are clean, (not
packed with mud or dirt) fastened securely, and
undamaged.
2.
Make sure the fork seals are in good condition
and clean. Have leaking fork seals replaced
before you ride the vehicle. Replacement
involves fork disassembly and should not be
attempted by anyone other than a trained sus-
pension professional; contact your Cannondale
Motorsports Dealer for information on servicing
the suspension components on your vehicle.
3.
Inspect the wear rings. Replace the ring if it is
damaged or flat with the outer tube surface.
Position the gap in the wear ring rearward. If the
wear rings are worn beyond specification, incor-
rectly positioned, or damaged, the outer tube of
the fork will be worn.
4.
Check the entire fork for signs of oil leakage,
especially the area around and below the fork
seals for fork fluid. If there is any indication of
damage or leaks, consult an authorized Cannon-
dale Motorsports Dealer.
5.
Make sure the upper and lower triple clamp
pinch bolts are tightened to the specified torque.
1.
Fork protector
2.
Brake line clamp bolts
3.
Mounting bolts
1.
Outer tube
2.
Wear ring
3.
Seal
4.
Seal spring
5.
Inner tube
6.
Protector
(1)
(2)
(3)
6
5
4
3
2
1
1.
Wear ring
a. Gap
1.
Guard
2.
Outer tube
3.
Wear ring
1
a
(3)
(1)
(2)
0.06 in (1.5 mm)
(3)