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Replacing the Boot Gas Struts in a Volkswagen Golf Mk4

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf IV, Golf 4, MK 4 - Years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Part: Shocks

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In this video, you will learn how to replace the gas struts of the boot lid in a Volkswagen Golf Mk4. First, open the boot lid and use a screwdriver to lever off the ends of the struts (top and bottom) to detach them. Then, replace them with the new ones by applying the reverse procedure, that is, attach them with a bit of force.

Perform this operation on both struts and remember to use only high-quality parts, preferably original Volkswagen replacements.


Updated on 18 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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