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OS32.25-P-0122-01SX Dispose of Suspension Strut



OS32.25-P-0122-01SX Dispose of suspension strut
- except CODE (487) Active Body Control (ABC)
- Front


Danger!
Risk of injury caused by drilling gas-filled assemblies or components (noncombustible gases) Wear safety glasses and a face mask.


Component Identification:





1 Drill the suspension strut from above in the area (D) using a drill bit (5 mm dia.) and allow the air to escape.
2 Drill the suspension strut 30 mm (dimension A) from below using a drill bit (5 mm dia.) and allow the gas to escape.
3 Drill suspension strut 90 mm (dimension B) from below using a drill bit (5 mm dia.) and allow hydraulic fluid to run out.
4 Drill suspension strut 140 mm (dimension C) from below using a drill bit (5 mm dia.) (1st and 2nd wall) and allow hydraulic fluid.
5 Pump the suspension strut empty by pushing in the piston rod several times.
6 Dispose of suspension strut (removed part).

Observe regulations governing disposal of hydraulic fluid.