Releasing the spring strut from the swivel bearing

• Release the nut (1).
• Pull out screw (2).
• Remove the holder (3).

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• Spread the swivel bearing (1) with the special tool 2 414 636  .
• Pull out the spring strut (2) from the swivel bearing (1).

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