86 21 ... Removing gas spring retaining bracket

NOTE: Remove gas spring, refer to 86 21 ... REMOVING GAS SPRING .
Remove ball pivot, Refer to 86 21 ... REMOVING BALL PIVOT .

Release screws (1) and remove gas spring retaining bracket (2) from mounting bracket (3).

Fig 1: Removing Gas Spring Retaining Bracket

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Installation:

Install retaining bracket so that it is centered in elongated holes.

Tightening Torque, 27 Nm.