Front Strut: Disposal

CAUTION:

Before handling the strut damper and shock absorber, be sure to wear goggles to protect eyes from gas, oil and cutting powder.
Do not disassemble the strut damper and shock absorber or place them into a fire.
When discarding gas filled strut dampers and shock absorbers, drill holes in them to purge the gas.

Place the strut damper and shock absorber on a level surface with the piston rod fully expanded.
Make a hole of 30 mm (1.18 in) deep into the specified position shown in the figure, using a drill with 2 - 3 mm (0.08 - 0.12 in) diameter.

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