Liftgate Strut Replacement (Equinox)

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
1	Liftgate Strut WARNING: When a lift gate hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury. CAUTION: DO NOT exceed the limit of the liftgate strut ball socket joint's free motion during installation to prevent the possibility of damage to the strut. Procedure Release the strut retainer clips using a small flat bladed tool to retract clip slightly while removing strut end from corresponding ball stud. Install the strut to the body bracket ball stud first and then install to the liftgate ball stud. Ensure the clip is fully seated when the rod is reinstalled. If the clip cannot be fully seated, a new rod should be installed.

Callout

Component Name

Liftgate Strut

WARNING:

When a lift gate hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.

CAUTION:

DO NOT exceed the limit of the liftgate strut ball socket joint's free motion during installation to prevent the possibility of damage to the strut.

Procedure

Release the strut retainer clips using a small flat bladed tool to retract clip slightly while removing strut end from corresponding ball stud.
Install the strut to the body bracket ball stud first and then install to the liftgate ball stud.
Ensure the clip is fully seated when the rod is reinstalled. If the clip cannot be fully seated, a new rod should be installed.