Trunk / Liftgate Shock / Support: Service and Repair

51 24 300 - Removing and installing or replacing left or right gas strut for trunk lid





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove luggage compartment wheel arch trim





Important!
When working on the rear gas struts, there is a risk of paintwork damage in areas (A and B) of rear lid (1) and side panels (2).
Open and close carefully.
If necessary, remove rear lid Service and Repair.





Lever out both retaining springs (1).
Lever out gas strut (2) from ball pins of side panel and rear lid hinge (3) and remove.