How to carry out replacement: Tailgate Struts on 112 CDI 2.2 (638.194) Mercedes W638 Minibus
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Change Mercedes W638 Minibus 108 CDI 2.2 (638.194) Tailgate Struts yourself – manuals and video tutorials

How to change tailgate struts on Mercedes Vito W638 – replacement guide

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Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Box (638) 112 CDI 2.2 (638.094), MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (638) 112 CDI 2.2 (638.194)

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change gas struts / tailgate struts on MERCEDES-BENZ VITO 1 (W638) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Tailgate Struts for VITO Bus (638) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
How to change Electrical motor, tailgate on Mercedes W638 Minibus 112 CDI 2.2 (638.194) – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair
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How to change Gas Spring, boot- / cargo area on Mercedes W638 Minibus 112 CDI 2.2 (638.194) – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair
 Gas Spring, boot- / cargo area
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How to change Electrical motor, tailgate on MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Box (638) 112 CDI 2.2 (638.094) – tips for proper car maintenance
MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Box (638) 112 CDI 2.2 (638.094)
Simple DIY car repair steps – Replacing Electrical motor, tailgate on MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (638) 112 CDI 2.2 (638.194)
MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (638) 112 CDI 2.2 (638.194)
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Replacement: tailgate struts – Mercedes Vito W638. List of the tools you'll need:
Flat Screwdriver
Hydraulic transmission jack
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Replacement: tailgate struts – Mercedes Vito W638. 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.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: tailgate struts – Mercedes Vito W638. Recommended sequence of steps:
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