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Tailgate Support Strut Replacement

NOTE: Use eye protection when prying the support strut clips.

1. With the help of an assistant, use a flat-tip screwdriver (A) to pry the support strut clips (B) from each end of the support strut (C) at the tailgate and body, then release the support strut from the pivot bolt (D) and from the pivot bracket (E). Do not remove the clips from the support strut.






2. Remove the bolts, then remove the pivot bracket (A).

3. Reinstall the pivot bracket.






4. Set the clips (A) on the original position, then reattach the support strut (B) on the pivot bolt (C) and pivot bracket (D) by pushing the support strut onto the pivot.