Gas Strut, Venting

-- Clamp gas-filled strut in vice area -x- x = 50 mm (2 in.).

Fig 1: Identifying Area -x- Of Gas Strut To Clamp In Vise

Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

WARNING:

Only clamp the gas strut in area -x-. Otherwise, an accident may occur.

-- Saw into the cylindrical part of strut in the first third of the total cylinder length, determined starting from the edge of the cover on the side with the piston rod.

NOTE:

Always wear eye protection when sawing.

Cover the area of the sawed portion with a clean cloth.

Dispose of the oil and rag properly.