Removal of centrifugal governor - AR27.10-P-0280-01A

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Fig 1: Identifying Pliers (201 589 00 37 00)

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ OF NORTH AMERICA.

Turn joint flange so that the centrifugal governor (50) assumes the position shown in the figure
Insert pliers, press together locking ring (43) and withdraw centrifugal governor (50) as far as possible.
Remove pliers, push transmission on the right side and remove centrifugal governor (50).
Installation : Check O-ring (48) and replace, if necessary.

Fig 2: Identifying Centrifugal Governor Position
Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ OF NORTH AMERICA.