How to carry out replacement: Tailgate Struts 1.2 Skoda Fabia Mk1
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How to change tailgate struts on SKODA Fabia I Hatchback (6Y2) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
SKODA FABIA (6Y2) 1.4 16V, SKODA FABIA (6Y2) 1.4, SKODA FABIA (6Y2) 1.9 SDI, SKODA FABIA (6Y2) 1.0, SKODA FABIA (6Y2) 1.9 TDI, SKODA FABIA (6Y2) 1.4, SKODA FABIA (6Y2) 1.4 16V, SKODA FABIA (6Y2) 2.0, SKODA FABIA (6Y2) 1.2, SKODA FABIA (6Y2) 1.2, SKODA FABIA (6Y2) 1.9 TDI RS, SKODA FABIA (6Y2) 1.4 TDI, SKODA FABIA (6Y2) 1.4 TDI, SKODA FABIA (6Y2) 1.4 TDI … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Replacement: tailgate struts – SKODA FABIA (6Y2). Tools you might need:
Flat Screwdriver
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Replacement: tailgate struts – SKODA FABIA (6Y2). AUTODOC recommends:
  • 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 – SKODA FABIA (6Y2). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Open the boot lid.
    Step 2
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    Release the circlip connecting the gas strut to the car body. Use a flat screwdriver.
  2. Step 3
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    Release the circlip connecting the gas strut to the boot lid. Use a flat screwdriver.
    Replacement: tailgate struts – SKODA FABIA (6Y2). Tip:
    To avoid any injuries, be sure to hold the boot lid while demounting the gas struts.
  3. Step 4
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    Remove the boot lid gas strut.
  4. Step 5
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    Install the new boot lid gas strut.
    Replacement: tailgate struts – SKODA FABIA (6Y2). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    To avoid any injuries, be sure to hold the boot lid while installing the gas strut.
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