Side Retainer

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Remove the O-ring.

Fig 1: Identifying Side Retainer O-Ring
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Remove the oil seal.
NOTE:
- Remove using the flat tip screwdriver.
- Do not reuse the oil seal. Replace the oil seal with a new part.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Oil Seal
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