86 10 ... Removing shock absorber from overrunning equipment
Check the overrunning equipment shock absorber while installed to ascertain whether it needs to be replaced.
Apply handbrake. Push in and pull out tow ball end by hand. If it is very easy to pull out the tow ball end, the shock absorber must be replaced.
NOTE:
Complete disassembly of overrunning equipment and guide bush, refer to 86 10 ... Removing overrunning equipment/maintaining or replacing guide bush/installing overrunning equipment
Disassembly of overrunning equipment.
Release screw (1) and remove. Pull out internal shock absorber (2) from opening in tow tube (3) towards rear.
Installation:
Tightening Torque, 96 Nm.
Push in new shock absorber (1) as shown in illustration through opening in tow tube (2).