51 23 265 Removing and installing/replacing left or right gas pressure spring for engine compartment lid

WARNING: Danger of injury!
Support engine compartment lid in fully opened position with a suitable device.

REMOVAL:

Make a written record of the installation position of the gas pressure springs before removing.

If necessary, release cable clip on gas pressure spring (2).

Slide retaining spring (1) to end of gas pressure spring (2) and lift of gas pressure spring (2) from ball head.

Repeat procedure at other end of gas strut (2).

Fig 1: Sliding Stop Spring To End Of Gas Pressure Spring

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INSTALLATION:

Slide retaining spring (1) back into initial position.

Press gas pressure spring (2) on top and bottom end onto mountings on vehicle.

Gas pressure spring (2) must be felt to engage.

Fig 2: Sliding-Back Retaining Spring And Pressing Gas Pressure Spring Onto Mountings

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