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 the strut damper and the shock absorber filled with gas, use a saw to make a cut on them to purge the gas.

Place the strut damper and shock absorber on a level surface with the piston rod fully expanded.
Use a saw and make a cut at the location shown in the figure to purge the gas.

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