Ohlins POF5H00 User manual

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continuous improvement and
development, therefore, although
these instructions include the most
up-to-date information available at
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may occur.
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have any questions regarding the
contents in this document.
Shock Absorber for Porsche 997 - front
POF5H00
Mounting Instructions
Part No. Pcs.
Shock abs. left/right front POF 5H00 1
Sticker 00192-01 1
Sticker 00197-02 1
Spring support 05193-05 1
Lock nut 05359-01 1
Spacer 05688-02 2
Rubber cap 05925-01 2
Spring seat, upper 06211-01 1
Needle roller bearing 06213-01 1
Support washer for 06213-01 06213-02 2
Owner’s manual TTX, CD 07435-02 1
Note!
No spring included in this kit. Contact an Öhlins
dealer for advise.
Before installing this product, check the
contents of the kit. If anything is missing, please
contact an Öhlins dealer.
Kit Contents
Please note that during storage and
transportation, especially at high ambient
temperature, some of the oil and grease used for
assembling may leak and stain the packaging.
This is in no way detrimental to the product,
wipe off the excessive oil/grease with a cloth.
Part no. POF5H00_1
Issued 2009-05-27
Warning!
Before installing this product, read the Öhlins
Owner’s Manual. The shock absorber is an
important part of your vehicle and will affect
the stability. Read and make sure that you
understand the information in this manual before
using the product. If you have any questions
regarding installation or maintenance please
contact an Öhlins dealer.
Warning!
After installing this product, take a test ride at
low speed to make sure that your vehicle has
maintained its stability.
If the suspension makes an abnormal noise,
or the function is irregular, or if you notice any
leakage from the product, please stop the
vehicle immediately and return the product to an
Öhlins Service Centre.
Note!
This Manual shall be considered a part of the
product and shall therefore accompany the
product throughout its life cycle.
Öhlins Racing AB can not be held
responsible for any damage to the shock
absorber, vehicle, other property or injury to
persons, if the instructions for installing and
maintenance are not followed exactly.

1 2
How to Install Adjustments
Warning!
It is advisable to have an Öhlins dealer install the
shock absorber.
When installing, read the Vehicle Service Manual.
When working on a raised vehicle, ensure the
vehicle is securely supported so that it will not
tip.
1
The easiest way to install the damper is with
the reservoir pointing towards the rear and
down.
2
Read more about the Öhlins shock absorber
and settings in your Öhlins Owner’s Manual.
Compression Damping
Warning!
Before driving the vehicle, read and make sure
you understand how the product works. Read
more about adjustments and setting up in the
Öhlins Owner’s Manual before you make any
adjustments. Contact an Öhlins dealer if you
have any questions about setting up the shock
absorber.
Rebound Damping
Compression damping
High speed 11 clicks
Low speed 14 clicks
Set-up Data
Compression damping adjuster
Adjust by turning the golden (left) knob on the
valve housing.
Low speed adjuster: black, 3 mm, allen key.
High speed adjuster: golden 12 mm hex.
Note!
Do not adjust the golden 19 mm hex.
Rebound damping adjuster
Adjust by turning the silver (right) knob on the
valve housing.
Low speed adjuster: black, 3 mm, allen key.
High speed adjuster: silver 12 mm hex.
Note!
Do not adjust the golden 19 mm hex.
To reset
The adjusters have a normal right hand
thread. Turn clockwise to fully closed. Turn
counter clockwise to open and count the
clicks until you reach the recommended
number.
Spring preload adjuster
Adjust by turning the adjustment rings on
the outer tube of the damper. Use ÖR tool
03199-01 (not included). Since no springs are
included in the kit you need to set the ride
height once the dampers are installed on the
car.
Note!
When delivered the Öhlins strut is not set to
recommended settings for the specific brand
and make of the vehicle. You need to reset it
according to the Set-up Data.
Note!
If you have turned the adjuster without counting
the number of clicks you must go back to the
recommended settings. Close the adjuster fully.
Turn the adjuster counter clockwise and count
the clicks until you reach the recommended
setting.
Caution!
Do not use force, delicate sealing surfaces can
be damaged. Handtighten only.
Rebound damping
High speed 26 clicks
Low speed 26 clicks
Safety Symbols
In this manual, mounting instructions and
other technical documents, important
information concerning safety is
distinguished by the following symbols:
The Safety Alert Symbol means: Warning!
Your safety is involved.
Warning!
The Warning Symbol means: Failure to
follow warning instructions can result in
severe or fatal injury to anyone working with,
inspecting or using the shock absorber, or
to bystanders.
Caution!
The Caution Symbol means: Special
precautions must be taken to avoid damage
to the shock absorber.
Note!
The Note Symbol indicates information that
is important regarding procedures.