51 23... Removing/installing ball sockets with clip
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WARNING:
Risk of injury! When installed, the gas pressurized shock absorber is under preload. Minimize preload as far as possible before removing.
IMPORTANT:
Never lift off ball socket with engaged retainer.
Disassembly/assembly:
- Push on retainer in direction of groove with screwdriver
- Lift off ball socket from ball pin
- Slide retainer back
- Fit ball socket on ball stud and snap into place with force
Installation:
Replace overstretched clips.
Pack grease into two opposite positions in socket. The grease spreads after installation on the ball pin all round in the ball socket.