How can gas charged shock absorbers be disposed of safely on 2008 Cadillac CTS?

The correct method for safe shock absorber disposal starts with draining all gas pressure to protect yourself from harm. Safety glasses must be worn for centerpunching and drilling operations on shock absorbers but you should prevent puncturing the tube during this process. Insert two centerpunch marking points with 50 mm (2 in) distance from the tube top then 25 mm (1.0 in) below its bottom edge. Set the shock absorber inside a vise for horizontal mounting while extending its rod to its full position. Insert the 5 mm (3/16 in) drill bit through the first centerpunch location before oil escapes from the drilled hole through the use of shop towels for oil containment. Drilling will take place a second time on the second centerpunch mark allowing drainage of the oil. Finish by taking the shock absorber from the vise while positioning the holes downwards toward a drain pan and using the rod to fully drain the oil from it.

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2008 Cadillac CTS Shock Absorber, Front
Part Number: 19180974
$123.43 MSRP: $239.56
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber Kit, Front Shock; Suspension Strut and Shock Assembly; Shock Absorber Set; Strut Kit; Shock; Absorber Kit, Front And Rear Suspension
- Position: Front
- Item Weight: 1.30 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 6.1 x 4.1 x 22.4 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 19180974
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2008 Cadillac CTS Submodels:
- Base | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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2008 Cadillac CTS Shock Absorber, Rear Upper Driver Side
Part Number: 25884699
$115.19 MSRP: $223.53
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber Assembly-Rear Shock (W/Upper Mount); Suspension Strut and Shock Kit; Shock Absorber Set.; Shock; Absorber, Front And Rear Suspension
- Position: Rear Upper Driver Side
- Item Weight: 6.20 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 27.9 x 6.8 x 6.8 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 25884699
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2008 Cadillac CTS Submodels:
- Base, V | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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2008 Cadillac CTS Shock Absorber, Rear Upper Driver Side
Part Number: 25884697
$133.85 MSRP: $242.26
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber Assembly-Rear Shock (W/Upper Mount); Suspension Strut and Shock Kit; Shock Absorber Set.; Shock; Absorber, Front And Rear Suspension
- Position: Rear Upper Driver Side
- Item Weight: 6.10 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 6.1 x 6.1 x 28.4 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 25884697
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2008 Cadillac CTS Submodels:
- Base, Luxury, Performance, Premium, V | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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2008 Cadillac CTS Shock Absorber, Rear Upper Passenger Side
Part Number: 15219476
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber Assembly-Rear Shock (W/Upper Mount); Suspension Strut and Shock Kit; Shock Absorber Set.; Shock; Absorber, Front And Rear Suspension
- Position: Rear Upper Passenger Side
- Item Weight: 10.70 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 6.3 x 6.1 x 34.3 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 15219476
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2008 Cadillac CTS Submodels:
- Base, V | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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2008 Cadillac CTS Shock Absorber, Rear Upper Driver Side
Part Number: 15219475
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber Assembly-Rear Shock (W/Upper Mount); Suspension Strut and Shock Kit; Shock Absorber Set.; Shock; Absorber, Front And Rear Suspension
- Position: Rear Upper Driver Side
- Item Weight: 11.00 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 6.1 x 6.2 x 35.7 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 15219475
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2008 Cadillac CTS Submodels:
- Base, V | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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2008 Cadillac CTS Shock Absorber, Rear Upper Passenger Side
Part Number: 25884700
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber Assembly-Rear Shock (W/Upper Mount); Suspension Strut and Shock Kit; Shock Absorber Set.; Shock; Absorber, Front And Rear Suspension
- Position: Rear Upper Passenger Side
- Item Weight: 6.10 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 27.9 x 6.8 x 6.8 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 25884700
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2008 Cadillac CTS Submodels:
- Base, V | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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2008 Cadillac CTS Shock Absorber, Front
Part Number: 19168818
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber Kit, Front Shock; Suspension Strut and Shock Assembly; Shock Absorber Set; Strut Kit; Shock; Absorber Kit, Front And Rear Suspension
- Position: Front
- Item Weight: 5.30 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 28.4 x 6.7 x 6.6 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 19168818
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2008 Cadillac CTS Submodels:
- Base, Luxury, Performance, Premium, V | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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2008 Cadillac CTS Shock Absorber, Front
Part Number: 19168819
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber Kit, Front Shock; Shock
- Position: Front
- Replaced by: 15840338
- Item Weight: 5.30 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 6.1 x 6.4 x 32.3 inches
- Condition: New
- SKU: 19168819
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2008 Cadillac CTS Submodels:
- Base, V | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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2008 Cadillac CTS Shock Absorber, Front
Part Number: 19210518
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber Kit, Front Shock; Suspension Strut and Shock Assembly; Shock Absorber Set; Strut Kit; Shock; Strut; Absorber Kit, Front And Rear Suspension
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 19180973
- Item Weight: 5.40 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 5.2 x 5.2 x 23.9 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 19210518
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2008 Cadillac CTS Submodels:
- Base, Luxury, Performance, Premium | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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2008 Cadillac CTS Shock Absorber, Front
Part Number: 19177929
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber Kit, Front Shock; Suspension Strut and Shock Assembly; Shock Absorber Set; Strut Kit; Shock; Absorber Kit, Front And Rear Suspension
- Position: Front
- Item Weight: 8.80 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 6.1 x 4.1 x 26.5 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 19177929
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2008 Cadillac CTS Submodels:
- Base, V | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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2008 Cadillac CTS Shock Absorber, Rear Upper Passenger Side
Part Number: 25884698
$135.06 MSRP: $242.26
You Save: $107.20 (45%)
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber Assembly-Rear Shock (W/Upper Mount); Suspension Strut and Shock Kit; Shock Absorber Set.; Shock; Absorber, Front And Rear Suspension
- Position: Rear Upper Passenger Side
- Item Weight: 6.40 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 28.4 x 6.6 x 6.6 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 25884698
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
More Info
Fits the following 2008 Cadillac CTS Submodels:
- Base, Luxury, Performance, Premium, V | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS

2008 Cadillac CTS Shock Absorber

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2008 Cadillac CTS Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Q: How can gas charged shock absorbers be disposed of safely on 2008 Cadillac CTS?
A: The correct method for safe shock absorber disposal starts with draining all gas pressure to protect yourself from harm. Safety glasses must be worn for centerpunching and drilling operations on shock absorbers but you should prevent puncturing the tube during this process. Insert two centerpunch marking points with 50 mm (2 in) distance from the tube top then 25 mm (1.0 in) below its bottom edge. Set the shock absorber inside a vise for horizontal mounting while extending its rod to its full position. Insert the 5 mm (3/16 in) drill bit through the first centerpunch location before oil escapes from the drilled hole through the use of shop towels for oil containment. Drilling will take place a second time on the second centerpunch mark allowing drainage of the oil. Finish by taking the shock absorber from the vise while positioning the holes downwards toward a drain pan and using the rod to fully drain the oil from it.

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