Removal and Replacement

Gas-filled Strut, Removing

- Support rear lid.







- Lift securing clip - 2 - using a screwdriver and remove gas-filled strut from ball stud - 1 -.

1. Combi ball stud, 15 Nm
2. Securing clip
3. Gas-filled strut
4. Bolt
5. Ball stud

NOTE:
- When re-using gas-filled strut, securing clip - 2 - must not be removed completely out of ball socket, otherwise securing clip may be damaged.
- For a smaller lid opening angle, there is option to install shorter gas-filled struts (about 20 mm). This results in an opening height of approx. 175 cm.