Functional testing

Fig 1: Marking Impact Absorber Above Collar

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Using VAG1290A press, compress impact absorber to marking.
NOTE: There are no specifications regarding compression speed and force required.

Fig 2: Compressing Impact Absorber Using VAG1290A

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Impact absorber may be reused if it returns to original length within maximum of 10 minutes.
Impact absorber must be replaced if it does not return to original length within maximum of 10 minutes.