Rear Compartment Lift Window Strut Replacement (4-Door)

Rear Compartment Lift Window Strut Replacement (4-Door)

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 endgate window.

Notice: Refer to Liftgate/Hood Assist Rod Notice in Service Precautions.




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

Installation Procedure

1. Position the endgate window struts to the endgate window.




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