Removing Front Pneumatic Spring (On Lid Side)

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CAUTION: Incorrect handling of gas-filled shock absorbers

Gas-filled shock absorbers can burst
Risk of eye injuries
Risk of bruising

→ Gas-filled shock absorbers must be in idle state before removal.

→ Open the lid.

→ Secure the lid to prevent it from closing accidentally following removal of the gas-filled shock absorbers.

→ Do not use force to open the gas-filled shock absorbers because of their high internal pressure.

Open the front lid.
Insert a screwdriver between the head of the pneumatic spring -1- and the safety clip.

Fig 1: Inserting Screwdriver Between Head Of Pneumatic Spring And Safety Clip
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Release the safety clip by levering -A- the screwdriver towards the pneumatic spring -2- . The safety clip remains at the head of the pneumatic spring.
Pull the pneumatic spring off the ball pin. -B-