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01 Information02 General data03 Engine04 Engine management system – PGM-Fi05 Cooling system, manifold and exhaust06 Clutch07 Manual gearbox08 Automatic gearbox09 Drive shafts10 Differential – manual gearbox11 Differential – automatic gearbox12 Steering13 Suspension14 Brakes and ABS15 Brakes – ABS BY416 Body17 Heating and ventilation18 Electrical19 Supplementary restraint system (SRS)
Rover Rover 600 Repair Manual - Volumes 1 and 2 - 2nd Edition13 · Suspension
13 · Steering & suspension

Suspension (page 7 of 7)

Make
Rover
Model
600 Rover 600 Repair Manual - Volumes 1 and 2 - 2nd Edition
Section
Repairs
SuspensionSuspension · page 7 of 7

WARNING: The dampers contain nitrogen gas and oil under pressure. The pressure must be relieved before disposal to prevent explosion and possible injury when scrapping. Always wear eye protection to avoid getting metal shavings in your eyes when the gas damper pressure is relieved.

Diagram of a front damper with an arrow pointing to the body

60M 0128

Front damper

Diagram of a rear damper with an arrow pointing to the body

60M 0127

Rear damper

  1. Place the damper on a level surface with its rod extended and drill a hole of 2.0 – 3.0mm (0.08 – 0.12in) diameter in the body, at the point arrowed, to release the gas.

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