Rear Shock Absorber: Disposal

DISPOSE OF REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
1. Before discarding the shock absorber, drill a hole of 2 to 3 mm (0.079 to 0.118 in.) in diameter at the location shown in Fig 1 to discharge the gas inside.
  NOTE:
  - When drilling, chips may fly out, so work carefully.
  - The gas is colorless, odorless and non-poisonous.
    
    Fig 1: Identifying Rear Shock Absorber Drill Hole Diameter Location
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