Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.
Manuals through 2025 now available!

Our trusted friends have launched a new website named LEMON, which has newer manuals. It also contains all the CHARM manuals.

LEMON is the spiritual successor to CHARM, I recommend you try it!

Link: lemon-manuals.la or lemon-manuals.org.ua

(Some people have issue connecting. LEMON is investigating. For now, use Firefox or change your DNS server)

Or, hide this message: temporarily or permanently

Tailgate Shock / Support: Service and Repair




Endgate Strut Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the nut (2) which secures the endgate strut (1) to the endgate panel.
2. Remove the nut (2) which secures the endgate strut (1) to the endgate opening.
3. Remove the endgate strut (1) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the endgate strut (1) to the endgate opening. Secure the strut with the nut (2).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install the endgate strut (1) to the endgate panel. Secure the strut with the nut (2).

Tighten the endgate strut nuts to 15 Nm (11 lb ft).