PROCEDURE
DISPOSE OF FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always use a cloth to prevent shards of metal flying about due to the release of pressurized gas.
Always wear safety glasses.
Tech Tips
The gas is colorless, odorless and non-poisonous.
Place the front shock absorber horizontally with the piston rod extended, and using a hacksaw, make a hole of around 4 mm depth between (A) and (B) shown in the illustration to expose the hollow core.
Tech Tips
Some front shock absorbers do not have a hollow core, but it is necessary to perform this step as a precaution.
Place the front shock absorber horizontally with the piston rod extended, and using a hacksaw, make a hole between (C) and (D) shown in the illustration to discharge the gas inside.