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Disposing of shock absorber/ADS - OS32.32-P-0605-01A

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Risk of injury when drilling assemblies or components containing gas (gas fill is not ignitable) 

Wear safety glasses Wear safety goggles and a face protection. 

  1. Remove boot (arrow - illustration shows the shock absorber/ADS on model 140).
  2. Drill shock absorber tube approx. 30 mm (dimension A) from the shock absorber base with a 5 mm drill (gas escapes).
  3. Drill shock absorber tube approx. 40 mm (dimension B) from the compression pot with a 5 mm drill (oil escapes).
  4. Drill shock absorber tube in the center, opposite the damper valve (dimension C) with a 5 mm drill (vent hole for oil).
    Fig 1: Identifying Shock Absorber Drilling Dimensions
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  5. Press the piston rod in several times, thus pumping the shock absorber empty.

    Position the shock absorber upright and empty. The quantity of oil is 300-400 cm3 depending on the version.

    IMPORTANT Comply with regulations governing disposal of hydraulic oil

  6. Dispose of shock absorber (old part).