Front Shock Absorber With Coil Spring: Disposal

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HINT:

Dispose of the RH side following the same procedures as the LH side.

DISPOSE OF FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY LH
1. Fully extend the shock absorber rod.
2. Using a drill, make a hole in the cylinder between A and B shown in Fig 1 to discharge the gas inside.
  CAUTION: Be careful when drilling because shards of metal may fly about, so always use the proper safety equipment.
  
  Fig 1: Drilling Hole Between A & B To Discharge Gas
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  NOTE: The gas is colorless, odorless and nonpoisonous.