Removing-refitting (page 2 of 2)

NOTE: The coil springs are divided into two categories, identifiable by means of a strip of paint on the central coil. Springs of the same category must be fitted.

1. adjust the position of the hooks (2), moving them close to the spring, then place the tool under pressure until the spring begins to compress;
2. prise off the dust excluder using a screw-driver;
3. undo the nut securing the top plate to the damper stem and remove the plate, then withdraw the spacer, spring and end-of-travel stop.

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4. Refit the components in reverse order, tighten the damper stem nut to the correct torque then refit the dust excluder.