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NOTE: Throughout all procedures as a general rule,
replace all volatile parts (seals, O-rings, bearings,
etc.).
Disassembling Shock Absorber
1. Remove the nylon ball from the reservoir cap with a pick.
Slowly loosen the pellet retainer from the reservoir cap
allowing nitrogen to escape from the reservoir before
removing the retainer.
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2. With the pellet removed, depress the reservoir cap and
remove the retaining ring from the reservoir with the aid
of a valve shim. Remove the reservoir cap.
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3. Slide an appropriate bearing cap removal tool around
the body; then place the retaining ring in the groove
between the body and cap. Tap the tool upwards with
a mallet to release the bearing cap.
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4. Depress the bearing assembly to expose the retaining
ring.
