General Repair Information: Circlips

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Fig 1: Identifying Circlip & Pliers

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Replace the circlips.
Do not stretch the circlips.
The circlips must rest at the bottom of the groove.
Replace the adapter sleeves. Installed position: slot is lengthwise to line of force.

Fig 2: Identifying Spring Pins
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