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

Special tools required: 

• 32 1 260

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

Fig 1: Removing Ear Clip

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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: Ear Clip

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Attach hook fastener and press ear together with special tool 32 1 260 .

Fig 3: Pressing Ear Using Special Tool

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The diagonal cutting pliers of special tool 32 1 260 can be used in areas which are difficult to access.

Fig 4: Pressing Ear Together Using Cutting Diagonal Pliers

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Fig 5: Ear Clip Gap

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