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Gas-Filled Strut, Releasing Gas: Procedure

GWWA55-10158Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

-- Clamp gas-filled strut in a vise in area -x- = 50 mm.

WARNING:
  • Clamp only within this area, otherwise accidents could occur!
  • Wear protective eyewear when sawing.
NOTE:

Cover area of sawn portion with a rag to absorb oil spraying out.

-- Cut through the gas-filled strut cylinder within the first third of the overall cylinder length using the piston rod end of the cylinder as a reference point.