Trunk / Liftgate Shock / Support: Service and Repair

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





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove luggage compartment wheel arch trim

Left side only:
- If necessary, remove transmit-receive unit Removing and Installing (Replacing) Transmit-Receive Unit (Option SA630) incl. holder

Warning!
Support rear lid with suitable equipment (danger of injury).





Left side only on version with automatic rear lid actuation:

Release retainer (1) and remove hydraulic cylinder (2) from gas strut (3).





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