Audi Workshop Service and Repair Manuals > A4 Mk2 > Body | General body repairs, exterior | Bonnet, flaps, cab, central locking | Rear lid - Avant | Removing and installing gas strut for rear lid

Removing and installing gas strut for rear lid

Removing

–	Open and prop up rear lid.

–	Use screwdriver to lift retaining spring -3- as shown and lift gas strut -1- off ball-head pin -2- (top).

Note

t	If gas strut has been completely removed make sure it is re-installed in the correct position.

t	Damping element must be engaged on body.

Note

Installing

Installation is carried out in reverse order; note the following:

–	When installing, gas strut is merely pressed onto ball-head pins.

–	Tightening torque for ball-head pin: 15 Nm^{-1 Nm}

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