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Replacing Front Bonnet Gas Struts

Model: Renault Scenic MK 2, Scenic 2 - Years 2003-2009
Part: Body

To replace the gas struts that support the rear bonnet, it is necessary to remove the rear light as the lower hinge is located beneath the light housing; therefore, open the rear bonnet and unscrew the mounting screws of the light located along the bonnet closing line, remove the light from its position and extract the retaining clip from the lower spherical hinge; also extract the clip from the upper spherical hinge, remove the old strut and insert the new one, securing it by closing the respective clips; finally, reattach the light.

Updated on 20 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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