Kohler Essex kitchen faucet diverter

We are replacing a diverter in the Kohler Essex “paddle style” kitchen faucet and are having a hell of a time putting the retaining ring back. Needle nose are too large to squeeze the clip. Anyone have any tips?

Thanks!! DD

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