Gas-filled strut, removing

Support rear lid.

Fig 1: Identifying Gas-filled Strut (Golf)

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Lift securing clip - 2 - using a screwdriver and remove gas-filled strut from ball stud - 1 -.

Combi ball stud, 15 Nm
Securing clip
Gas-filled strut
Bolt
Ball stud

NOTE:

When re-using gas-filled strut, securing clip - 2 - must not be removed completely out of ball socket, otherwise securing clip may be damaged.
For a smaller lid opening angle, there is option to install shorter gas-filled struts (about 20 mm). This results in an opening height of approx. 175 cm.