Front Shock Absorber With Coil Spring: Disposal

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HINT:

Dispose the RH side by the same procedures as the LH side.

DISPOSE OF SHOCK ABSORBER ASSY FRONT LH
1. Fully extend the shock absorber rod.
2. Using a drill, make a hole in the cylinder as shown in Fig 1 to discharge the gas inside.
CAUTION:
- When drilling, chips may fly out, work carefully.
- The gas is colorless, odorless and non-poisonous.
Fig 1: Identifying Shock Absorber Rod
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