Removal and Replacement

The hinges and gas struts for the tailgate

Removing and installing the hinges for the tailgate

Removing hinges

Note! Mark the position of the hinge using a pencil before removing the hinge.

Remove:
- the tailgate according to Tailgate Tailgate
- the screw for the hinge
- the hinge.

Installing hinges





Note! When replacing, spray paint the hinge using the correct color before installation.

Install:
- the hinge according to the markings. Tighten by hand
- the tailgate according to Tailgate Tailgate.
Carefully close the tailgate. Check the alignment.
Tighten the screws. Tighten to 24 Nm.
If necessary, adjust the tailgate according to Adjusting the tailgate Adjustments.

Removing and installing the hinges for 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 strut 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 as illustrated.

Warning! Use protective goggles when drilling.