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32 11... Instructions For Removing And Installing Ear Clips

Special tools required: 

NOTE:

The work steps are show on assorted components.

Ear clip must always be replaced.

To remove an ear clip, place special tool 32 1 260 at right angles to ear and cut ear open.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool 32 1 260
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The ear clip can be fitted not only axially but also radially after the hook fastener has been opened.

Fig 2: Identifying Ear Clip
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Attach hook fastener and press ear together with special tool 32 1 260 .

Fig 3: Identifying Special Tool 32 1 260 (1 Of 2)
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Side cutter of special tool 32 1 260 can be used in areas which are difficult to access.

Fig 4: Identifying Special Tool 32 1 260 (2 Of 2)
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IMPORTANT:

Gap (A) max. 1 mm!

Fig 5: Identifying Ear Clip Gap
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