Trunk / Liftgate Shock / Support: Service and Repair

Luggage Compartment Lid Strut (76.19.27)

Removal

1. Open trunk lid and fit a suitable temporary support under.
2. Release strut upper retaining clip and remove strut from trunk lid pivot.







3. Release strut lower retaining clip, remove strut from trunk pivot and remove strut from trunk.







Installation

1. Fit strut lower end to trunk pivot ensuring that retaining clip fully seats.
2. Extend strut and fit upper end to trunk lid pivot ensuring that retaining clip fully seats.
3. Remove temporary support and check that trunk lid closes satisfactorily.