Bleed adjustable shock-absorber strut

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1 Install shop-made tool (1) on piston rod.

2 Connect connection points (3, 4) for oil pressure line and oil return line to a suitable line.

3 Hold the shock-absorber strut (2) so that the piston rod points upwards.

4 Press in piston rod as far as the stop.

5 Pull out the piston rod partially.

 The stroke must be approx. 80 % of the total stroke.

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6 Hold the shock-absorber strut so that the piston rod points downwards.

7 Pull out piston rod as far as the stop.

8 Press in piston rod partially.

 The stroke should be approx. 75 % of the total stroke.
Do not change the position of the shock-absorber strut after carrying out the operation step.

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9 Turn the shock-absorber strut slowly through 180° and simultaneously press in the piston rod as far as the stop.

 The air escapes via the top valve in the shock-absorber strut.

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10 Move the shock-absorber strut to and fro several times in the horizontal direction.

 The remaining air escapes in this manner.