Removing rear lid

→ 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.

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

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Use a marking pen to mark the position of accessories with respect to each other before removal in order to reduce the amount of adjustment work required for gaps and joints.

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1. A second person should hold the rear lid to prevent it from closing accidentally.

   Only for vehicles with Power Lift Tailgate 

2. Remove actuating cylinder for rear lid at the top of the rear lid. → 557319 REMOVING AND INSTALLING ACTUATING CYLINDER FOR REAR LID - "REMOVING" 

   Only for vehicles without Power Lift Tailgate 

3. Remove gas-filled shock absorber for rear lid at the top of the rear lid. → 559319 REMOVING AND INSTALLING REAR PNEUMATIC SPRING - "REMOVING" 
4. Unscrew fastening screws securing rear lid to lid hinges.

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5. Remove rear lid.