Subaru Legacy BN/BS (2015-2019) Service Manual: Disposal
CAUTION: • Before handling the shock absorber, be sure to wear goggles to protect eyes from gas, oil and cutting powder. • Do not disassemble the shock absorber or place it into a fire. • Drill a hole into shock absorbers in case of discarding shock absorbers filled with gas. 1. Place the shock absorber on a level surface with the piston rod fully expanded. 2. Make a hole into the specified position 30 mm (1.18 in) deep using a drill with 2 — 3 mm (0.08 — 0.12 in) diameter.
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Inspection
1. Check for oil leaks.2. Move the piston rod up and down to check that it operates smoothly without any hitch.3. Check the piston rod for play as follows:(1) Fix the outer shell in place and fully ex ...
Disassembly
1. Using a coil spring compressor, compress the coil spring.2. Using a hexagon wrench to prevent the shock absorber piston rod from turning, remove the self-locking nut with ST.CAUTION:When installing ...
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Replacement
CAUTION:If the engine oil is spilt over exhaust pipe or the under cover, wipe it off with cloth to avoid emission of smoke or causing a fire.1. Open the oil filler cap for quick draining of engine oil.2. Lift up the vehicle.3. Drain engine oil by loosening the drain plug.NOTE:Prepare the container f ...
