Front Strut: Disposal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2019 Subaru Ascent. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

Before handling the strut COMPL front and shock absorber, be sure to wear goggles to protect eyes from gas, oil and cutting powder.
Do not disassemble the strut COMPL front and the shock absorber or throw them into flames.
When discarding the strut COMPL front and the shock absorber filled with gas, drill a hole on them to purge the gas.

Place the strut COMPL front and shock absorber on a level surface with the piston rod fully expanded.
Make a hole of 30 mm (1.18 in) deep into the specified position shown in the figure, using a drill with 2 - 3 mm (0.08 - 0.12 in) diameter.

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