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G.
WARNING
The blocking pieces must be removed without reservation be‐
fore delivering the vehicle. A notice reading “Warning!” and
attached to the interior rear view mirror highlights this point with
absolute clarity.
– Vehicles with blocking pieces fitted to the suspension struts
have a label hanging from the mirror -arrow.-.
Removing blocking pieces on piston rod
– Relieve weight on coil springs by raising vehicle with a hoist.
– Slide suspension strut protective sleeve -arrow- upwards.
WARNING
On the front axle, up to 3 blocking pieces are installed on each
side.
Usage of any auxiliary means for removal (such as lubricant
spray, silicone or similar) is not permitted.
– Push visible blocking piece -arrow- off piston rod.
– Slightly press in bellows to sense the remaining blocking
pieces. Slide them downwards on piston rod towards shock
absorber cap using the folds of the bellows.
– Push remaining blocking pieces off piston rod.
– Check bellows -arrows- all-round for dents and rectify any
dents.
– To rectify dents, slide bellows upwards, reach inside the bel‐
lows with your hand and press out the dents.
– Check that bellows are properly engaged in axial bearing:
♦ Correct position: bellows can be turned around rotational axis
while seated in axial bearing.
♦ Otherwise pull bellows all-round out of axial bearing by one
notch.
♦ After that, the bellows should be able to be turned around ro‐
tational axis.
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4. Descriptions of work:
