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Tax disc where to fit/rear suspension pressure setting, 1 & 2 up
As the proud new owner of a 1999 GL1500SE I was wondering where the best place is to fit an anti theft tax disc holder as there are no visible bolts to use to attach it to. Also any thoughts on the best settings for rear suspension pressure for riding one up 15 stone and two up, passenger 11 stone to get the smoothest ride.
Re: tax disc where to fit/rear suspension pressure...
I cant help with tax disc, but I can help with the setting of the suspension. The ideal setting for the suspension is to set it so the front and back drop together. If the back is too stiff and the suspension compresses in a corner the front is more prone to breaking loose causing the worst kind of slide . If the front is too hard and the suspension drops in a corner the rear end is more prone to breaking loose. This is not as bad losing grip on the front end, but if word gets out nobody will ride with you as a passenger ever again. Set both front and rear shocks near maximum pressure. Now sitting on the bike with it loaded the way you intend to ride bounce on the seat causing the suspension to drop. Now bleed air out of the front or rear shocks until both the front end and back end of the bike drop together. This is your stiffest safe ride setting. If you start with no pressure in the system and add air until the bike drops with front and back in unison, this will be your softest safe riding setting. Riding single or double requires two different settings. This is how racers set up sport bikes for extreme riding.On a Goldwing you will only need the correct settings for extreme emergency conditions , but of course that is when it has to be predictable and it has to be right. Setting it up correctly will also make cornering through the hills much more enjoyable.
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Adjustment
Check the backlash in bearing shaft direction and the axle hub deviation. Maximum for backlash should be 0.0020 in. (0.05mm) and for axle hub deviation 0.020 in. (0.05mm).
Fig. Checking wheel bearings for excessive play
NOTE
The rear wheel bearings are non-adjustable. If the wheel bearing is out of specifications, replace the wheel bearing. Removal & Installation
Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions section.
Raise and safely support the vehicle.
Remove or disconnect the following:
Rear tire and wheel assemblyRear stabilizer linkRear axle shaft nutRear disc brake caliper and discSpeed sensorParking brake assembly at the wheel hubNo. 1 and 2 upper control arm assemblyNo. 1 and 2 rear suspension arm assemblyToe control linkRear axle from hub assembly using a plastic hammerNo. 2 rear wheel bearing dust deflector using a screwdriver4 bolts and rear axle hub and bearing assembly from the axle carrier assembly
To install:
Install or connect the following:
Hub on the carrier and tighten the bolts to 52 ft. lbs. (70 Nm)No. 2 rear wheel bearing dust deflector using a screwdriverRear axle into hub assemblyNo. 1 and 2 upper control arm assembly. Torque the new nut to the No. 2 rear upper control arm to 52 ft. lbs. (70 Nm). Temporarily tighten the No. 1 arm bolt.No. 1 and 2 rear suspension arm assembly. Temporarily tighten.Toe control link. Torque new nut to 52 ft. lbs. (70 Nm).Rear stabilizer link. Torque to 20 ft. lbs. (27 Nm).Parking brake assembly at the wheel hubRear speed sensorRear axle shaft nut. Torque to 214 ft. Lbs. (290 Nm) and stake the nut with a chisel and hammer.Rear brake disc and disc brake caliper
Adjust the parking brake.
Stabilize the suspension as follows :
Install the wheel(s).
Lower the vehicle and bounce it up and down several times to stabilize the rear suspension.
Raise the vehicle.
Remove the wheel.
Jack up the rear lower suspension armplacing a wood block in between. Apply a load to the suspension so that the lower suspension arm is plkaced in a horizontal position.
Fully tighten the No. 1 rear upper control arm assembly to 119 ft. lbs. (161 Nm).
Fully tighten the No. 1 rear suspension arm assembly to 70 ft. lbs. (95 Nm).
Fully tighten the No. 2 rear suspension arm assembly to 119 ft. lbs. (161 Nm).
Rear tire and wheel assembly
Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions section.
Raise and safely support the vehicle.
Remove or disconnect the following:
NOTE
If it is necessary to replace the hub or bearing, replace the components as an assembly.
Rear tire and wheel assemblyIf equipped with rear disc brakes, the caliper mounting bolts. Leave the brake line connected and suspend the assembly out of the way.Brake rotor or drum4 bolts and pull off the rear axle hubO-ring
To install:
Install or connect the following:
Hub on the carrier and tighten the bolts to 59 ft. lbs. (80 Nm)Rotor or drumCaliper, f equipped with rear disc brakes and tighten the bolts to 34 ft. lbs. (64 Nm)Wheel
Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions section.
If equipped with air suspension, move the height control switch in the trunk area to the OFF position.
Remove or disconnect the following:
Negative battery cableRear wheel(s)Height control sensor link from the lower control armAnti-lock Brake System (ABS) speed sensor and wiring harnessBrake caliper bracket from the rear axle carrier by removing the 2 bolts. Support the caliper with a piece of wire.Brake rotorParking brake shoes and cableCotter pin, lock cap and the nut holding the halfshaft to the rear axleSuspension member brace by removing the 2 boltsHalfshaft bolts and washersHalfshaft from the vehicleStrut rod
Place matchmarks on the adjusting cam and body for the No. 1 control arm.
Remove or disconnect the following:
Nut and adjusting camNut on the axle carrier side of the No. 1 lower control armSeparate the control arm from the axle carrierNo. 1 lower control armStabilizer bar link from the No. 2 lower control arm.
Place matchmarks on the adjusting cam and body.
Remove or disconnect the following:
Nut and adjusting cam from the No. 2 lower control armNut and bolt holding the No. 2 lower control arm to the axle carrierNo. 2 control arm from the vehicleNut and bolt on the lower side of the strut assembly2 upper control arm set nuts and boltsAxle carrier with the upper control arm
Secure the axle carrier in a vise.
Remove or disconnect the following:
Nut holding the upper control arm to the axle carrier and remove the control armDust deflector. Use a suitable prytool.Oil seal
Fig. Removing the oil seal (inner)-LS 430
Remove the 2 bolts and nuts and shift the backing the plate towards the hub side (outside).
Remove or disconnect the following:
Axle hub
Fig. Removing the axle hub from the axle carrier-LS 430 Backing plate.Inner race (outside) from the axle hub
Fig. Removing the inner race (outside) from the axle hub-LS 430 Oil seal (outer) from the axle
Fig. Removing the oil seal (outer)-LS 430 Snapring from inside the axle housingBearing from the axle housing
To install:
Install or connect the following:
New bearing to the axle housingSnapring to the axle carrier, using snapring pliersNew outer oil seal. Coat the oil seal lip with multipurpose grease.
Fig. Installing the oil seal (outer)-LS 430 Backing plate to the axle housing. Do NOT install the bolts or nuts at this time.Inner race (inside) to the axle housingAxle hub to the axle housingBacking plate in position. Tighten the bolts and nuts to 43 ft. lbs. (59 Nm).New oil seal (inner) to the axle housing. Coat the oil seal lip with multipurpose grease.
Fig. Installing the oil seal (inner)-LS 430 New dust deflector. Be sure to align the hose for the ABS speed sensor in the dust deflector and axle carrier.Upper control arm to the axle carrier by installing the nut. Tighten the nut to 80 ft. lbs. (108 Nm).Axle carrier and upper control arm to the vehicle as an assembly2 upper control arm set bolts and tighten the bolts to 121 ft. lbs. (164 Nm)Bolt and nut holding the strut to the axle carrier. Tighten to 101 ft. lbs. (137 Nm).Bolt and nut connecting the No. 2 lower control arm to the axle carrier. Tighten the bolt to 60 ft. lbs. (81 Nm).Nut and adjusting cam to hold the No. 2 lower control arm to the body. Align the adjusting cam marks and tighten the nut to 57 ft. lbs. (78 Nm).Stabilizer bar link to the No. 2 lower control arm and tighten the nut to 48 ft. lbs. (65 Nm)No. 1 lower control arm to the axle carrier and body. Install the nut to hold the No. 1 lower control arm to the axle carrier. Tighten the nut to 43 ft. lbs. (59 Nm).Nut and adjusting cam to hold the No. 1 lower control arm to the body. Align the matchmarks and tighten the nut to 57 ft. lbs. (78 Nm).Strut rod to the axle carrier and body. Install the bolt and nut to hold the strut rod to the body. Tighten to 57 ft. lbs. (78 Nm).Bolt and nut to hold the strut rod to the axle carrier. Tighten to 136 ft. lbs. (184 Nm)Parking brake shoes and cableOutboard joint side of the halfshaft and align the matchmarks on the side gear shaft and the halfshaft. Coat the threads with clean oil and install the hexagon bolts. Tighten bolts to 61 ft. lbs. (83 Nm).Suspension member brace with the 2 bolts. Tighten the 2 bolts to 37 ft. lbs. (50 Nm).Nut to hold the halfshaft to the rear axle. Tighten the nut to 213 ft. lbs. (289 Nm).Lock cap and cotter pinBrake disc to the axle hub with the matchmarks aligned. Install the 2 screws and tighten the screws to 48 inch lbs. (5 Nm).Brake caliper to the vehicle and install the 2 bolts. Tighten the bolts to 77 ft. lbs. (104 Nm).ABS speed sensor and wiring harnessHeight control sensor link with the matchmarks aligned. Tighten the nut to 48 inch lbs. (5 Nm).Rear wheel(s)Negative battery cable
Lower the vehicle and turn ON the air suspension switch.
Fig. Exploded view rear carrier assembly, hub and bearing-
Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions section.
Remove or disconnect the following:
WARNING
Be careful not to damage the boot and ABS sensor
Rear wheel(s)Height control sensor link from the lower control armAnti-lock Brake System (ABS) speed sensor and wiring harnessBrake caliper bracket from the rear axle carrier by removing the 2 bolts. Support the caliper with a piece of wire.Brake rotorParking brake shoes and cableToe control linkSeparate upper control arm assemblyShock absorber from axle carrierSuspension arms No 1 and 2 from axle carrierRear axle from carrier
4 bolts and axle & bearing assembly. Tighten to 48 ft. lbs (65 Nm)Rear wheel bearing dust deflectorRear drive axleUpper control arm. Temporarily tightenNo 2 and No 1 suspension arms. Tighten to 52 ft. lbs. (70 Nm)Shock absorber. Temporarily tightenToe control link. Tighten to 37 ft. lbs. (50 Nm)Fully tighten upper control arm. Tighten to 52 ft. lbs. (70 Nm)Height control sensorParking brake shoes and cableSpeed sensorRear disc brake caliperFully tighten shock with new nut to 52 ft. lbs. (70 Nm)Rear tire
Inspect and adjust rear wheel alignment
Check ABS speed sensor signal
Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions section.
Remove or disconnect the following:
Rear wheelWheel speed sensorAxle halfshaftBrake caliper and rotorParking brake shoesParking brake cableNo. 1 lower suspension arm boltNo. 2 lower suspension arm boltToe control linkUpper ball jointAxle carrier from the vehicle
Press the hub out of the wheel bearing, then remove the backing plate.
Remove the snapring, then press the wheel bearing out of the axle carrier.
To install:
NOTE
Use a new toe control link nut for assembly.
Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure, while using the following torque values:
Backing plate bolts: 43 ft. lbs. (59 Nm)No. 1 lower suspension arm bolt: 55 ft. lbs. (75 Nm)No. 2 lower suspension arm bolt: 81 ft. lbs. (110 Nm)Toe control link nut: 36 ft. lbs. (49 Nm)Upper ball joint nut: 80 ft. lbs. (108 Nm)Brake caliper support bolts: 77 ft. lbs. (104 Nm)Rear wheel lug nuts: 76 ft. lbs. (103 Nm)
Fig. Exploded view rear Axle carrier and hub assembly-ES 330
Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions section.
Remove or disconnect the following:
Rear tire and wheel assemblyBrake caliper support bracketBrake rotorSkid control sensor wire4 bolts and rear hub and bearing assemblySkid control sensor
To install:
Install or connect the following:
NOTE
Inspect bearing back lash and hub deviation
Skid control sensorRear axle hub and bearing assembly with 4 bolts. Tighten to 59 ft. lbs. (80 Nm)Skid control sensor wire
Rear discRear disc brake caliper assembly. Tighten to 46 ft. lbs (62 Nm)Flexible brake hoseRear tire and wheel
inspect and adjust rear wheel alignment
Check ABS speed sensor signal
Stabilizer Bar
Removal & Installation
Remove the rear wheels.
Remove the 2 nuts and left stabilizer bar link. If the ball joint turns together with the nut, use a hexagon wrench (5 mm) to hold the stud. Repeat for the right side.
Remove the 8 bolts, 2 No. 1 brackets and 2 bushings. Two types of bolts are used, so make sure the correct bolts are installed.
Remove the stabilizer bar.
To install:
Install the stabilizer bar.
Install the bushing and bracket with the 2 bolts and tighten to 14 ft. lbs. (19 Nm). Install the bushing to the inner side of the bushing stopper on the stabilizer bar.
Connect the stabilizer bar links and tighten the nuts to 29 ft. lbs. (39 Nm). Repeat for the right side.
Install the rear wheels.
Inspect and adjust rear wheel alignment.
Strut & Coil Spring
Removal & Installation
Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions section.
Remove or disconnect the following:
CAUTION
Do NOT remove the center nut to the strut at this time. The spring on the strut is under high pressure and can cause serious injury.
No. 2 luggage compartment trim coverLeft and right deck side trim boxRear luggage compartment trim coverFront luggage compartment trim coverLeft and right side luggage compartment trim coversRear wheelRear wheel fender linerNo. 2 differential support protectorRear suspension member braceRear No. 2 lower control armMounting bolts and strut assembly
1999 Buick LeSabre Custom Front and Rear Tires P205/70R15 1999 Buick LeSabre Limited Front and Rear Tires P205/70R15 1999 Buick LeSabre PP (*) Front and Rear Tires P215/60R16
Try calling several Autozone stores and see if the have a scanner for the air suspension.
There are height adjustment sensors under the car and it may be that a sensor got smashed or failed. I remember reading this tech stuff about 20 years ago for a 1988 LSC. As long as the air is not leaking and the compressor runs its a plus.
I always recommend going to a Salvage yard and asking about the parts and asking if I can look at where the parts go. That way you are not tearing up your car trying to do something you don't have tools for.
I would be very proud of that truck as the sub that came with the truck was only a 8". The only one that works is the factory model as it is a 1 1/2 - 2 ohm speaker; replacements are 4ohm. You will have to replace the amp as well if you put in an aftermarket sub. Oh and apparently the amp will have to have "speaker level" inputs as opposed to pre-amp inputs. I have a 1999 Eddie Bauer wih a blown sub and I'm trying to decide what to do as well. The speaker is $400 with tax in Canada! Good luck.
The drive chain for your motorcycle should have no more than a 1/2 of play in it. Place the chain with the motor shut off between your thumb and fore finger. if you can move it up or down anymore than a 1/2, then you'll need to tighten it. Adjust both sides of the chain tensioner equally, and you should be set.
a) Sitting on machine check:1. All controls switches and horn 2. Front suspension forks handlebars and head bearings. b) At the front of the machine check: 1. Front lights and indicators 2. Front brake master cylinder (if fitted) c) Place the machine on its stand and raise front wheel check: 1. Steering, front forks and head bearings 2. Front brake and wheel bearings 3. Wheel and tyre condition. d) Lower front wheel and go to right side of vehicle and check: 1. Frame, VIN, seat and foot rest 2. Exhaust system 3. Final drive (if fitted to RHS of machine) 4. Rear wheel, tyre and brake e) Raise the rear wheel and check: 1. Rear wheel, rear brake/components and tyre condition. 2. Rear suspension and final drive f) At the rear check: 1. Rear position lamp(s)/stop lamp(s)/reflectors and indicators. 2. Rear suspension. 3. Registration Plate g) On the left of the machine check: 1. Frame and foot rest 2. Exhaust system 3. Final drive (if fitted to LHS of machine) 4. Rear wheel, tyre and brake. h) At the front of the machine check: 1. Wheel alignment 2. Headlamp aim 3. Brake performance,,,
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