Lock Ring And Retaining Ring Installation - SRAM Reverb Stealth Service Manual

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Clamp the lower post back into the vise and Park Tool® AV-5 vise
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inserts with the post head facing down.
Push the upper post up to expose the poppet valve housing.
Insert the poppet housing base plate lock ring onto the poppet valve
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housing, wrench flats facing up, and thread it on by hand.
Tighten the base plate lock ring.
Do not scratch the inner shaft with the wrench as this is a critical
sealing surface. Surface scratches can cause leaks and reduce
performance.
Pull the upper post down to full extension to seat the base plate lock
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ring in the lower post.
B1: Install the retaining ring into the lower tube. Insert the flat end into
the groove first, and use your finger to guide the retaining ring around
the end of the lower tube until it snaps completely into the groove.
A2: Install the retaining ring into the lower tube.
Remove the seatpost from the vise.
Confirm the retaining ring is securely in place before continuing. Failure
to properly secure the retaining ring will result in collapse of the upper
post when weight is applied.
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L o c k R i n g a n d R e t a i n i n g R i n g I n s t a l l a t i o n
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26 mm 5.7-7.9 N•m (50-70 in-lb)
Retaining Ring Pliers

Lock Ring and Retaining Ring Installation

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