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Removing and installing or replacing left or right gas pressure spring for tailgate (4' Series Gran Coupe Sedan)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Remove clip (1).

Unclip funnel (2) from clip (3).

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Danger of injury! 

Support tailgate in fully opened position with suitable apparatus.

NOTE: Make a written record of the alignment of gas strut (2) before removing.

DISASSEMBLE  ball socket (1) with clamp.

Remove gas pressure spring (2) together with funnel (3).

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Replacement: 

Detach the retaining lugs (1) from around the gaiter (2) and remount the gaiter (2).

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