Procedures

The Hinges And Gas Struts For The Tailgate

Replacing The Hinges For The Tailgate

Removing Hinges







NOTE: Mark the position of the hinge using a pencil before removing the hinge.

- Support the tailgate in the open position.
- Lift up the lock unit for the gas strut on the hinge side. Pull the gas strut off the ball joint.
- Remove the screws for the hinge. Carefully remove the hinge.

Installing Hinges

NOTE: When replacing, spray paint the hinge using the correct color before installation.

- Install the hinge. Finger tighten the screws.
- Lubricate the ball joint. Press the gas strut into place. Check that the gas strut is secure.
- Carefully close the tailgate. Check the alignment.
- Tighten the screws. Tighten to 21 Nm.
- If necessary, adjust the tailgate.

Replacing Gas Struts






- Open the tailgate. Support the tailgate.
- Lift up the lock unit for the gas strut on the both sides. Pull the gas strut off the ball joint.
- Lubricate the ball joint. Press the gas struts into place. Check that the gas strut is secure.

NOTE: When replacing gas struts, drain the gas from the old strut.

- Drill a 4 mm hole.

WARNING: Use protective goggles when drilling.