Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
RENAULT TWINGO I Box (S06_) 1.2 (S063, S064), RENAULT TWINGO I Box (S06_) 1.2 (S066, S068), RENAULT TWINGO I Box (S06_) 1.2 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Tailgate Struts for TWINGO I Box (S06_) and other RENAULT models
Tools
Replacement: tailgate struts – RENAULT TWINGO I Box (S06_). Tools you might need:
Flat Screwdriver
Hydraulic transmission jack
Replacement: tailgate struts – RENAULT TWINGO I Box (S06_). Tip from AUTODOC:
  • 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 – RENAULT TWINGO I Box (S06_). Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the boot lid.
    Step 2
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    Support the boot lid. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  2. Step 3
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    Release the circlip connecting the gas strut to the boot lid. Use a flat screwdriver.
  3. Step 4
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    Release the circlip connecting the gas strut to the car body. Use a flat screwdriver.
    Replacement: tailgate struts – RENAULT TWINGO I Box (S06_). Tip:
    To avoid any injuries, be sure to hold the boot lid while demounting the gas struts.
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the boot lid gas strut.
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