8-50 CHASSIS REAR SHOCK ABSORBER DISPOSAL  * The rear shock absorber unit contains high-pressure nitrogen gas. * Mishandling can cause explosion. * Keep away from fire and heat. High gas pressure caused by heat can cause an explosion. * Release gas pressure before disposing. GAS PRESSURE RELEASE The rear cushion damper unit contains high-pressure nitrogen gas. Make sure to observe the following precautions.  * Never apply heat or disassemble the damper unit 9 mm since it can explode or oil can splash hazardously. (0.35 in) * When discarding the rear cushion unit, be sure to release gas pressure from the unit following the pro- cedures below. E Mark the drill center at the location A using a center punch. L Wrap the rear cushion unit with a vinyl bag and fix it on a vise as shown. P Drill a 2 – 3 mm (0.08 – 0.12 in) hole at the marked drill center using a drilling machine and let out gas while taking care not to get the vinyl bag entangled with the drill bit. M  A * Be sure to wear protective glasses since drilling S chips and oil may fly off with blowing gas when the drill bit has penetrated through the body. * Make sure to drill at the specified position. Other- wise, pressurized oil may spout out forcefully.