Procedures

FRONT COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER

Disposal

1.Set shock absorber horizontally with the piston rod fully extended.





2.Drill 2 - 3 mm (0.08 - 0.12 in) hole at the position (black arrow) from top as shown in the figure to release gas gradually.

CAUTION:
- Wear eye protection (safety glasses).
- Wear gloves.
- Be careful with metal chips or oil blown out by the compressed gas.
NOTE:
- Drill vertically in this direction (black arrow).
- Directly to the outer tube avoiding brackets.
- The gas is clear, colorless, odorless, and harmless.





3.Position the drilled hole downward and drain oil by moving the piston rod several times.

CAUTION:
Dispose of drained oil according to the law and local regulations.