BACK DOOR SUPPORT REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Tip:

  • Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.

  • The procedure listed below is for the LH side.

PROCEDURE

  1. REMOVE BACK DOOR STAY ASSEMBLY

    Note:

    • Avoid touching the piston rod as much as possible to prevent foreign matter from attaching to it. Be sure to hold the cylinder while servicing.

    • Do not wear cotton gloves or other similar materials when handling the piston rod. Fibers may attach to the rod and result in gas leaks.

    • Do not apply any horizontal load to the door stay in order to prevent the piston rod from deforming.

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      Protective Tape

      Using a screwdriver, remove the 2 stop rings as indicated by the arrows, in the order shown in the illustration.

      Tip:

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

    2. Release the ball joint and remove the back door stay assembly.

      Note:

      Remove the back door stay assembly while supporting the back door by hand.

  2. REMOVE BACK DOOR DAMPER STAY UPPER BRACKET

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      Remove the 2 bolts and back door damper stay upper bracket.

  3. REMOVE BACK DOOR DAMPER STAY LOWER BRACKET

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      Remove the 2 bolts and back door damper stay lower bracket.