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Leon Mk2

Gas damper: venting
Gas damper: venting
   
–  Clamp gas strut in vice in area x = 50 mm.
  WARNING
The damper can only be fixed to the bench in this area, because any other position may lead to damage.
–  Cut the gas damper cylinder with a saw by the first third part of the total length of the cylinder, using the rod edge as reference.
  Note
t  Wear eye protection when sawing open cylinder.
t  Cover the cutting zone with a rag.
t  The oil and the cloth should be duly discarded.
  V55-0080

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