31 60... Notes on removing and installing Low Profile band clamps: Removing

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Place special tool 31 5 200 on tabs (1, 2).

NOTE: Make sure that the movable piece (3) of the special tool is placed on lug (1).

Fig 1: Placing Special Tool (31 5 200) On Tabs

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Compress Low Profile band clamp with special tool 31 5 200 until end of band clamp (1) lifts up.

Relieve tension on special tool and remove Low Profile band clamp.

Fig 2: Compressing Low Profile Band Clamp With Special Tool (31 5 200)

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