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Replacing Tailgate Gas Struts on Cayenne

Model: Porsche Cayenne MK 1 - Years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Part: Hydraulic pistons

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Open the rear tailgate of the vehicle. Then, use a plastic trim tool to remove the upper side trim of the trunk along with the clips.

Use a screwdriver to remove any screws on the plastic trim of the tailgate. Detach the plastic trim from the tailgate, then use a socket wrench to unscrew the mounting bolts of the gas struts for the tailgate lift.

After removing the worn struts, proceed to install the new ones. Install the new struts with the corresponding bolts and clips to secure the plastics of the tailgate and trunk trim.

Test the operation.


Updated on 17 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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