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Liftgate Window Strut Replacement



LIFTGATE WINDOW STRUT REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

CAUTION: When a hood hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.

1. Open and support the liftgate window.

NOTE: Refer to Liftgate/Hood Assist Rod Notice.




2. Lift up the retainer clips on the liftgate window struts using a small flat-bladed tool.
3. Remove the upper end of the liftgate window struts from the ball joint.
4. Remove the lower end of the liftgate window struts from the ball joint.
5. Remove the liftgate window struts from the liftgate window.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Position the liftgate window struts to the liftgate window.
2. Install the upper end of the liftgate window struts to the ball joint. Press in to place until fully seated.
3. Install the lower end of the liftgate window struts to the ball joint. Press in to place until fully seated.
4. Remove the support device from the liftgate window.
5. Close the liftgate window.
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