Over-center spring, removing and installing

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Special tools and equipment

Fig 1: T40025 Installation Clamp

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T40025 Mounting clip

Removing

Remove driver's storage compartment:

Refer to

68 - INTERIOR EQUIPMENT
68 - INTERIOR EQUIPMENT for Cabriolet

Fig 2: Installation Clamp T40025 Installed On Over-Center Spring

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Tension over-center spring with clutch pedal and press on mounting clip T40025.
Move clutch pedal to home position and pull over-center spring together with mounting clip T40025 downward to remove.

Installing

Pull clutch pedal into passenger compartment.

Installation position of over-center spring:

Black side of over-center spring faces clutch pedal.

Fig 3: Installation Clamp T40025 Installed On Over-Center Spring

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Install over-center spring with mounting clip T40025, press clutch pedal and remove mounting clip.