Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.
Home >> Saturn >> 2007 >> VUE FWD L4-2.2L >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Body and Frame >> Doors, Hood and Trunk >> Trunk / Liftgate >> Trunk / Liftgate Shock / Support >> Service and Repair >> Liftgate Strut Replacement
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

Liftgate Strut Replacement



Liftgate Strut Replacement

Removal Procedure

Caution: When a lift gate 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 lift gate.

Important: Spring clips should not be removed from struts.

2. Lift up and partially remove the spring clips on the strut using a small flat-bladed tool.
3. Remove the upper end of the strut from the ball joint.
4. Remove the lower end of the strut from the ball joint.
5. Remove the strut from the lift gate.



Installation Procedure





1. Position the strut to the lift gate.
2. Install the upper end of the strut to the ball joint. Press in to place until fully seated.
3. Install the lower end of the strut to the ball joint. Press in to place until fully seated.
4. Remove the support from the lift gate.
5. Close the lift gate.


pro multis · About Operation CHARM