Service/Maintence

RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE & SERVICING SCHEDULE

 

A well-maintained shock absorber will last longer and perform better. For cleaning, use a gentle detergent and pay particular attention to areas where debris can become lodged. Do not use any abrasive cleaning products.

 

	After each use	After each season	Annually
Clean under the bottom-out bumper	Yes	Yes	Yes
Clean the shock absorber’s exterior	Yes	Yes	Yes
Check the hoses for leaks or loosening	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect
Check the shaft for damage or rust	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect
Check seal head for leaks or loosening	Inspect	Inspect / Replace	Inspect / Replace
Check nuts for loosening	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect
Check spherical bearings	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect
Check spring spacers (crossovers)	Inspect	Inspect	Inspect
Change oil, piston and wearband, clean interior parts, check nitrogen pressure	Each 6 months or each year, depending on useage (must be done by our Factory Service Department)
Elka Suspension recommends that you inspect your shock absorbers before and after each use in order to detect any problems.

 

Maintenance frequency may vary depending on the number of hours the vehicle is driven and the conditions under which it is ridden. Heat, violent impacts, dust, mud and adjustment settings are all factors that need to be taken into consideration in determining the frequency of basic maintenance and oil changes. Elka Suspension recommends sending your shock absorbers to our Factory Service Department for your maintenance requirements and oil changes.

 

Please refer to the Owner’s manual for complete cleaning and maintenance procedures or more information.