Installing acoustic cover

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NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to the acoustic cover/design cover .
Jerky movements during disassembly and application of excessive force during installation may result in breakage of the acoustic cover/design cover .

Disassemble or mount the acoustic cover/design cover carefully.
Disassemble or mount snap-lock couplings of the ball pivots one after the other.
Disassemble or mount the acoustic cover/design cover only at temperatures > 20°C.
Use only distilled water as an auxiliary material during installation, no lubricants.

Check if rubber mount (1) fits correctly in acoustic cover (2).

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Check ball hub (1) for damage and, if necessary, replace ball hub (1).

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Replace damaged ball hubs (1) and (2).

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Install acoustic cover (1) and attach it in the rubber mounts (marks).

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Follow-up work

Refer to INSTALLING THE STRUT BRACE .