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Rear Shock Absorber: Disposal

  1. DISPOSE OF SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY REAR LH 
    1. Fully extend the shock absorber rod.
    2. Using a drill, make a hole in the cylinder as shown in the illustration to discharge the gas inside the cylinder.
      CAUTION:
      • When drilling, since the fragments may fly out, work carefully.
      • The discharged gas is colorless, odorless and non-poisonous.
        Fig 1: Identifying Drill Area
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