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How to Replace the Gas Struts of the Rear Tailgate of the Renault Clio II

Model: Renault Clio MK 2, Clio 2 - Years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
Part: Checks and maintenance

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Let's see how to easily replace the gas struts of the rear tailgate of the Clio II: to work better, it will be useful to support the tailgate with a hydraulic jack, so it doesn't fall on your head. Disconnect the elastic ring that connects the gas support strut to the tailgate using a flat screwdriver.

Disconnect the elastic ring that connects the gas support strut to the bodywork, again using a flat screwdriver. Now proceed with the installation of the new parts, starting from the top: snap the elastic ring that connects the gas support strut to the car's bodywork.

Now you can remove the hydraulic jack that has held the tailgate up. Job done.


Updated on 1 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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