How to carry out replacement: Tailgate Struts 2.0 CDTI (F7, J7, A07) Opel Vivaro A Combi
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How to change tailgate struts on Opel Vivaro A van – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL Vivaro A Combi (X83) 1.9 DI (F7, J7, A07), OPEL Vivaro A Combi (X83) 1.9 DTI (F7, J7, A07), OPEL Vivaro A Combi (X83) 2.0 16V (F7, J7, A07), OPEL Vivaro A Combi (X83) 2.5 DTI (F7, J7, A07), OPEL Vivaro A Combi (X83) 2.0 CDTI (F7, J7, A07), OPEL Vivaro A Combi (X83) 2.0 CDTI (F7, J7, A07), OPEL Vivaro A Combi (X83) 2.5 CDTI (F7, J7, A07), OPEL Vivaro A Combi (X83) 2.0 ECOTEC (F7, A07, J7), OPEL Vivaro A Combi (X83) 2.5 CDTI (F7, J7, A07) … View more

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All the parts you need to replace – Tailgate Struts for Vivaro A Combi (X83) and other OPEL models
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Replacement: tailgate struts – Opel Vivaro A van. Tools you'll need:
All-purpose cleaning spray
Multipurpose grease
Slotted screwdriver
Transmission jack
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Replacement: tailgate struts – Opel Vivaro A van. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Replace both rear door gas struts together.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right rear door gas struts.
  • All the work should be carried out with the ignition switched off.
Replacement: tailgate struts – Opel Vivaro A van. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the rear door.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace OPEL Vivaro A Combi (X83) 2.0 CDTI (F7, J7, A07) 2002 Tailgate Struts - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Prop up the rear door. Use a transmission jack.
  3. Step 3
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    Release the retaining clip connecting the right gas strut to the rear door. Use a slotted screwdriver.
  4. Step 4
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    Release the retaining clip connecting the right gas strut to the vehicle body. Use a slotted screwdriver.
  5. Step 5
    How to remove OPEL VIVARO 1.9 DI (F7, J7, A07) 2005 Tailgate Struts - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Remove the right gas strut of the rear door.
  6. Step 6
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    Clean the mounting seats of the right gas strut. Use an all-purpose cleaning spray.
  7. Step 7
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    Release the retaining clip connecting the left gas strut to the rear door. Use a slotted screwdriver.
  8. Step 8
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    Release the retaining clip connecting the left gas strut to the vehicle body. Use a slotted screwdriver.
  9. Step 9
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    Remove the left gas strut of the rear door.
  10. Step 10
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    Clean the mounting seats of the left gas strut. Use an all-purpose cleaning spray.
  11. Step 11
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    Apply grease to the ball sockets of the new gas struts if they are not sold pregreased. Use multipurpose grease.
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