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MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
Warning!⚠
It is advisable to have an Öhlins dealer install the shock
absorber/front fork/steering damper.
Warning!⚠
If working on a raised vehicle, ensure it is securely
supported so that it will not tip.
Note!1
Before mounting this product clean the vehicle
thoroughly.
Note!1
When working on this product, always see the Vehicle
Service Manual for vehicle specic procedures and
important data.
1
To install, see the general mounting instruc-
tions in the Owner’s manual.
Tools needed Notes
OEM Fork cap tool, octagon 50 mm
Socket for Base plug 21 mm
Tool, remove inner tube 00786-06
Seal Platform
Warning!⚠
It is advisable to have an Öhlins dealer perform the
following procedure.
Caution✋
The cartridge kit comes with an Öhlins seal platform.
Install the seal platform in the left fork leg, O-rings
included, between the 48 mm inner tube and the fork
bottom. It is very important to have a proper 48 mm
inner tube clamping tool and grinding tools to remove
the damaged (by the lock screw) part of the inner tube
thread.
1
Follow steps 1-9 in the Owner’s Manual/
General Mounting Instructions.
2
Remove the lock screw.
3
Grind damaged threads in the bottom of the
lock screw hole.
4
Heat up the fork bottom to approx. 150° to
remove any locking adhesive.
5
Unthread the inner tube from the fork bottom
and remove the OEM seal platform.
6
Clean the fork bottom and fork leg thread.
7
Install the Öhlins seal platform and o-rings.
8
Apply thread locking adhesive to the inner
tube thread. Reinstall the inner tube into the
fork bottom.
9
Tighten to 200 Nm.
10
Reinsert the lock screw.
11
Continue from step 11 in the Owner’s Manual/
General Mounting Instructions.
Hydraulic Stop Cup
In this model, the hydraulic stop cup is includ-
ed in the Öhlins seal platform.