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Front Shock Absorber: Disposal: Disposal

  1. DISPOSE OF FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY LH (for 2WD) 
    1. Fully extend the front shock absorber rod.
      Fig 1: Fully Extending Front Shocker Absorber Rod
      GTY277606Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Using a drill, make a hole in the cylinder between A and B shown in the illustration to discharge the gas inside.
      WARNING:

      Be careful when drilling because shards of metal may fly about. Always use the proper safety equipment.

      NOTE:

      The gas is colorless, odorless and nonpoisonous.

  2. DISPOSE OF FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY LH (for AWD) 
    1. Fully extend the front shock absorber rod.
      Fig 2: Disposing Of Front Shock Absorber Assembly (for AWD)
      GTY348019Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Using a drill, make a hole in the cylinder between A and B shown in the illustration to discharge the gas inside.
      WARNING:

      Be careful when drilling because shards of metal may fly about. Always use the proper safety equipment.

      NOTE:

      The gas is colorless, odorless and nonpoisonous.