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Front Coil Spring And Shock Absorber: Disposal

  1. Set shock absorber horizontally with the piston rod fully extended.
  2. Drill 2 - 3 mm (0.08 - 0.12 in) hole at the position (•) from top as shown in the figure to release gas gradually.
    NOTE:
    • Drill vertically in this direction (<==).
    • Directly to the outer tube avoiding brackets.

    A : 20 - 30 mm (0.79 - 1.18 in) 

  3. Position the drilled hole downward and drain oil by moving the piston rod several times.
    Fig 1: Identifying Shock Absorber Drill Hole Position
    G06302146Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    CAUTION:
    • Wear eye protection (safety glasses).
    • Wear gloves.
    • Be careful with metal chips or oil blown out by the compressed gas.
    • Dispose of drained oil according to the law and local regulations.
    NOTE: The gas is clear, colorless, odorless, and harmless.
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