Coil Spring And Strut: Disposal

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Set strut assembly horizontally with the piston rod fully extended.
Drill 2 - 3 mm (0.08 - 0.12 in) hole at the position (•) from top as shown in illustration to release gas gradually.
CAUTION:
- Wear eye protection (safety glasses).
- Wear gloves.
- Be careful with metal chips or oil blown out by the compressed gas.
NOTE:
- Drill vertically in this direction (<=).
- Directly to the outer tube avoiding brackets.
- The gas is clear, colorless, odorless, and harmless.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Drill Hole
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
A : 20 - 30 mm (0.79 - 1.18 in)
Position the drilled hole downward and drain oil by moving the piston rod several times.
CAUTION: Dispose of drained oil according to the law and local regulations.