FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Rear Suspension

DISPOSAL

CAUTION:
^ Before discarding the shock absorber, be sure to wear goggles to protect eyes from gas, oil and cutting powder.
^ Do not disassemble the shock absorber or place it into a fire.
^ When discarding gas filled shock absorbers, drill holes in them to purge the gas.


1) Place the shock absorber on a level surface with the piston rod fully expanded.
2) Make a hole into the specified position 30 mm (1.18 in) deep using a drill with 2 - 3 mm (0.08 - 0.12 in) diameter.