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Front Shock Absorber With Coil Spring: Disposal

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

  1. DISPOSE OF FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER 
    1. Fully extend the shock absorber rod.
    2. Using a drill, make a hole in the cylinder between A and B as shown in the illustration to discharge the gas inside.
      CAUTION:
      • Be careful when drilling because shards of metal may fly about, so always use the proper safety equipment.
      • The gas is colorless, odorless and non-poisonous.
      Fig 1: Identifying Distance Between A And B Of Cylinder
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