Warning: Gas charged shock absorbers contain high pressure gas. Do not remove the snap ring from inside the top of the tube. If the snap ring is removed, the contents of the shock absorber will come out with extreme force which may result in personal injury.
Warning: To prevent personal injury, wear safety glasses when centerpunching and drilling the shock absorber. Use care not to puncture the shock absorber tube with the centerpunch.
Shock Absorber Disposal
Warning: Use the proper eye protection when drilling to prevent
metal chips from causing physical injury.
Clamp the strut in a vise horizontally with the rod ( 1) completely
extended.
Drill a hole in the strut at the center of the end cap (3) using a 5 mm
(3/16 in) drill bit. Gas o ...
Where to Put the Restraint
According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly
restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear
seating position.
We recommend that children and child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including:
an infant or a child ridin ...
Hill and Mountain Roads
Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat
or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include:
• Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape.
• Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission.
• Shift to a lower g ...