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Dispose of strut. - OS32.25-P-0122-01GC

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MODEL 168, 169, 245, 638, 414 

DANGER Risk of injury  caused by drilling gas-filled assemblies or components (noncombustible gases) Wear safety glasses and a face mask. AS00.00-Z-0006-01A
DANGER Risk of injury  to skin or eyes from hydraulic fluid spraying out under pressure. Risk of poisoning  caused by swallowing hydraulic fluid. Depressurize the hydraulic system completely before starting any work on the system. Wear protective clothing and safety glasses. AS00.00-Z-0013-01A
  1. Clamp spring strut in a vise.

    IMPORTANT Clamp in suspension strut so that hole then drilled is at highest point to allow gas to escape.

  2. Drill hole in suspension strut approx. 30 mm (A) from base of suspension strut with 5 mm dia. drill bit.
  3. Pump suspension strut empty by repeatedly pushing in and pulling out piston rod.

    IMPORTANT Observe regulations governing disposal of hydraulic fluid.

  4. Dispose of suspension strut.
    Fig 1: Identifying Suspension Strut Hole Dimension
    G10035722Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA