Gas-Filled Strut, Removing And Installing: Removing

NOTE:

Support the rear lid if the gas-filled strut is being removed.

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-- Open the rear lid and support it.

-- Insert a small screwdriver -3- under the spring clips -2-.

-- Lift the spring clips -2- just far enough so it is possible to slide them over the ball sockets.

-- Remove the gas-filled strut -1- from the ball stud.

Slide the spring clips -2- back on immediately after removing the gas-filled strut.

-- Release the pressure from gas-filled strut. Refer to GAS-FILLED STRUT, VENTING .