Warning!
- The rear shock 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
Mark the drill hole at (A), shown in the illustration, with a center punch.
![](https://motoinstruction.ru/img/suzuki/14/120675.jpg)
Cover the rear shock absorber with a transparent vinyl bag (1).
Hold the rear shock absorber (2) with a vice.
Make a hole with a 3 mm drill.
![](https://motoinstruction.ru/img/suzuki/14/120676.jpg)
Warning!
- Be sure to wear protective glasses since drilling 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. Otherwise, pressurized oil may spout out forcefully.