Front Strut Assembly Disposal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Subaru Impreza and 2002 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
- On struts which have "GAS FILLED" marked on outer housing under spring seat, completely discharge gas before disposing, following methods below.
- DO NOT disassemble strut damper or place into a fire.
- Drill holes before disposing of gas filled struts.
- Before handling gas filled struts, be sure to wear goggles to protect eyes from gas, oil and/or filings.
- Place gas filled strut on a flat and level surface with piston rod fully extended.
- Using a .08-.12" (2-3 mm) diameter drill, make holes in areas shown in Fig 1.