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Installation Procedure

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  1. Align the top and bottom of the rear compartment strut with the ball studs on the hinge.
  2. Install the rear compartment strut onto the upper ball stud, pressing into place until fully seated.
  3. Install the rear compartment strut onto the lower ball stud, pressing into place until fully seated.
  4. Remove the support and close the rear compartment.
    Fig 1: Installing Rear Compartment Strut To Ball Studs On Hinge
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