Removing Rear Lid

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CAUTION: Incorrect handling of gas-filled shock absorbers

Gas-filled shock absorbers can burst
Risk of eye injuries
Risk of bruising

→ Gas-filled shock absorbers must be in idle state before removal.

→ Open the lid.

→ Secure the lid to prevent it from closing accidentally following removal of the gas-filled shock absorbers.

→ Do not use force to open the gas-filled shock absorbers because of their high internal pressure.

Information

Only remove the wiring harness from the rear lid as far as the lid hinge.

A second person should hold the rear lid to prevent it from closing accidentally.
Only for vehicles with Power Lift Tailgate
Remove actuating cylinder for rear lid at the top of the rear lid. → 557319 REMOVING AND INSTALLING ACTUATING CYLINDER FOR REAR LID
Only for vehicles without Power Lift Tailgate
Remove gas-filled shock absorber for rear lid at the top of the rear lid. → 559319 REMOVING AND INSTALLING REAR PNEUMATIC SPRING
Unscrew fastening screws securing rear lid to lid hinges.

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Lid
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Remove rear lid.