Removing Actuating Cylinder For Rear Lid

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CAUTION: Incorrect handling of actuating cylinders

Actuating cylinders can burst
Risk of eye injuries
Risk of bruising

→ The actuating cylinders must be in idle state in order to remove them.
→ Open the lid fully.
→ Ensure the end position of the lid manually.
→ Secure the lid after removing the actuating cylinders to prevent it from closing accidentally.
→ Do not use force when opening the actuating cylinders due to the high internal pressure.

Unlock and disconnect electric plug connection -1- .

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Electric plug connection
Detach rubber sleeve -1- and guide electric wire harness out of the rear lid.

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Rubber sleeve
Release safety clips -1- using a suitable tool.

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Safety clips

Information

The help of another person is required to prevent the rear lid from closing accidentally.
Pull actuating cylinder for rear lid -1- off the ball pin -2-Arrow- and remove it.

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Actuating cylinder for rear lid