How to carry out replacement: Tailgate Struts 1.6 CDTi Vivaro X82
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How to change tailgate struts on VAUXHALL Vivaro Combi (X82) – replacement guide

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Replacement: tailgate struts – VAUXHALL VIVARO Combi. Tools you'll need:
All-purpose cleaning spray
Multipurpose grease
Slotted screwdriver
Transmission jack
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Replacement: tailgate struts – VAUXHALL VIVARO Combi. 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 – VAUXHALL VIVARO Combi. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Open the rear door.
    Step 2
    Prop up the rear door. Use a transmission jack.
    Step 3
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    Release the retaining clip connecting the right gas strut to the rear door. Use a slotted screwdriver.
  2. Step 4
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    Release the retaining clip connecting the right gas strut to the vehicle body. Use a slotted screwdriver.
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the right gas strut of the rear door.
  4. Step 6
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    Clean the mounting seats of the right gas strut. Use an all-purpose cleaning spray.
  5. Step 7
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    Release the retaining clip connecting the left gas strut to the rear door. Use a slotted screwdriver.
  6. Step 8
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    Release the retaining clip connecting the left gas strut to the vehicle body. Use a slotted screwdriver.
  7. Step 9
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    Remove the left gas strut of the rear door.
  8. Step 10
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    Clean the mounting seats of the left gas strut. Use an all-purpose cleaning spray.
  9. 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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