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Releasing gas from gas strut
Releasing gas from gas strut
   
–  Clamp gas strut in vice in area marked -x- = 50 mm.
  WARNING
Gas-filled strut must only be clamped in this area otherwise risk of accident!
–  Saw open strut cylinder in first third of total cylinder length, starting from the reference edge on the piston rod side.
  Note
t  Wear protective goggles when sawing.
t  Cover area of saw cut with a cloth.
t  Dispose of oil and cloth via existing disposal channels.
  V55-0080

Removing and installing springs > < Removing gas strut