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Front Shock Absorber With Coil Spring: Disposal

HINT:

Disposal of the RH is the same as that of the LH.

  1. DISPOSE OF SHOCK ABSORBER ASSY FRONT LH 
    1. Fully extend the shock absorber rod.
    2. Using a drill, make a hole in the cylinder somewhere between A and B as shown in the illustration to discharge the gas inside.
      Fig 1: Locating Position For Making Hole
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      CAUTION:
      • Be careful when drilling because shreds of metal may fly about, so always use the proper safety equipment.
      • The gas is colorless, odorless and non-poisonous.