Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4 16V, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 16V, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 16V Turbo, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 HDi, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 HDi, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4 HDi, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 16V VTi, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 16V RC, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4 16V, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 16V Turbo, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 HDi, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 HDi 110, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4 16V View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change gas struts / tailgate struts on PEUGEOT 207 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Tailgate Struts for 207 (WA_, WC_) and other PEUGEOT models
Tools
Replacement: tailgate struts – Peugeot 207 hatchback. Tools you'll need:
WD-40 spray
Flat Screwdriver
Hydraulic transmission jack
Replacement: tailgate struts – Peugeot 207 hatchback. Professionals recommend:
  • Right and left gas struts of the boot lid should be replaced simultaneously.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the right and left gas struts of the boot lid.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: tailgate struts – Peugeot 207 hatchback. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Tailgate Struts on Peugeot 207 Hatchback 2006 - free PDF and video manuals
    Open the boot lid.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4 HDi 2007 Tailgate Struts - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Support the boot lid. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  3. Step 3
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    Release the circlip connecting the gas strut to the boot lid. Use a flat screwdriver.
  4. Step 4
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    Release the circlip connecting the gas strut to the car body. Use a flat screwdriver.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid any injuries, be sure to hold the boot lid while demounting the gas struts.
  5. Step 5
    How to remove PEUGEOT 207 1.6 16V VTi 2010 Tailgate Struts - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Remove the boot lid gas strut.
  6. Step 6
    How to replace Tailgate Struts on PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 2011: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Clean the mounting seats of the boot strut. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 7
    How hard is it to do yourself: Tailgate Struts replacement on Peugeot 207 Hatchback 1.6 16V RC 2012 - download illustrated guide
    Install the new boot lid gas strut.
    Replacement: tailgate struts – Peugeot 207 hatchback. Tip:
    To avoid any injuries, be sure to hold the boot lid while installing the gas strut.
  8. Step 8
    Need to know how to renew Tailgate Struts on PEUGEOT 207 2013? This free workshop manual will help you to do it yourself
    Snap on the circlip connecting the gas strut to the car body.
  9. Step 9
    Changing of Tailgate Struts on Peugeot 207 Hatchback 2014 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Snap on the circlip connecting the gas strut to the boot lid.
  10. Step 10
    PEUGEOT 207 1.6 HDi Tailgate Struts replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Release the circlip connecting the gas strut to the boot lid. Use a flat screwdriver.
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