If replacing the front retaining ring only

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Fig 1: Identifying Die 9995455

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Use a screwdriver to remove the old retaining ring.

Clean the mating surface.

Install a new retaining ring, using die 9995455 ; grease the retaining ring.

Push-in the retaining ring using the center nut on the crankshaft.