Hood Shock / Support: Service and Repair

Rear Lid

Gas-Filled Strut, Venting

- Clamp gas-filled strut in vice area - x - = 50 mm (2 in.).





CAUTION!
Clamping must only be done in this area, otherwise there is a risk of an accident.

Always wear eye protection when performing this procedure.

- Using saw, cut into cylindrical part of strut at point within first third of cylinder's length (measured from cover edge at piston rod end of cylinder).

• Cover the area of the sawn-off portion with a clean rag.

• Dispose of fluid and cleaning rag in a proper manner.