Disassembly Procedure

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Fig 1: Cylinder Line Assemblies & Rack & Pinion Gear Assembly

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Loosen both cylinder line fittings on the cylinder end of the gear assembly.
Loosen both fittings on the cylinder line assemblies (1) at the valve end of the gear assembly.
Remove both cylinder line assemblies (1) from the rack and pinion gear assembly (2).

Fig 2: View Of O-Ring Seals At Valve End Of Lines (Quiet Valve)

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Remove the O-ring seals (1) from the valve end of line.
Discard the O-ring seals (1).