Trunk / Liftgate Shock / Support: Service and Repair

Tailgate Support Strut Replacement

NOTE:

- Wear eye protection when prying the support strut clip.
- Do not remove the clip from the support strut.
- When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to prevent damage.

1. Have an assistant hold the tailgate in position. Pry up the support strut clip (A) with a flat-tip screwdriver (B) from each end of the support strut (C) at the tailgate and the body, then release the support strut from the pivot bolts (D).






2. Set the clips (A) to the original position, then push the ends of the support strut (B) on to the pivot bolts (C) until they attach securely.