51 24 300 Removing And Installing Or Replacing Left Or Right Gas Strut For Rear Lid
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 BMW X5, 2009 BMW X5, 2008 BMW X5, and 2007 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Support rear lid in fully opened position with suitable apparatus. Risk of injury.
Make a written record of the installation position of the gas pressure support(s) before removing.
Slide stop spring (1) to end of gas pressure spring (2) and lever out gas pressure spring. Repeat the procedure at the other end of the gas strut (2) and remove.