Gas-Filled Strut, Removing And Installing

NOTE:

After completely removing gas-filled strut, ensure correct position when installing.

Noise insulation component must be installed on the body side.

Removing

Fig 1: Identifying Retaining Spring, Screw Driver, And Gas-Filled Strut

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-- Remove retaining spring -2- with small screwdriver -1- and disengage gas-filled strut -3-, that can finally be removed from ball stud.

Installing

Installation is reverse of removal, noting the following:

-- To install, press gas-filled strut onto ball head pins so that it engages in position.

-- Ball head pin tightening specification. Refer to "OVERVIEW - GAS-FILLED STRUT" -item 3- Ball Stud (See Figure).