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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change gas struts / tailgate struts on AUDI A6 (C6) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Tools
Replacement: tailgate struts – Audi A6 4F2. Tools you need:
Flat Screwdriver
Replacement: tailgate struts – Audi A6 4F2. AUTODOC experts 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.
  • Please note: all work on the car – Audi A6 4F2 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the boot lid.
  2. Step 2
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    Release the circlip connecting the gas strut to the boot lid. Use a flat screwdriver.
  3. Step 3
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    Release the circlip connecting the gas strut to the car body. Use a flat screwdriver.
    Replacement: tailgate struts – Audi A6 4F2. Tip from AUTODOC:
    To avoid any injuries, be sure to hold the boot lid while demounting the gas struts.
  4. Step 4
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    Remove the boot lid gas strut.
  5. Step 5
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    Install the new boot lid gas strut.
    Replacement: tailgate struts – Audi A6 4F2. Professionals recommend:
    To avoid any injuries, be sure to hold the boot lid while installing the gas strut.
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