Is your Volvo tailgate slowly dropping or no longer staying open?
In this video, I’ll show you how to replace the tailgate gas struts step by step. This is a quick DIY repair that can restore smooth and reliable tailgate operation.
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00:00 Intro & Knocking noise
00:29 New Tailgate Struts
01:39 Remove Tailgate Cover
03:58 Disconnect the Connector
04:43 Remove the Rubber Grommet
05:17 Remove the Retaining Clips
06:18 Support the Tailgate
06:43 Remove the Old Strut
07:08 Install the New Strut
07:22 Install the Retaining Strut
08:55 Reinstall Connector & Grommet
09:57 Right Side Complete
10:43 Left Side Replacement
11:40 Both Sides Installed
12:06 Reinstall Tailgate Cover
13:00 Testing the New Struts
13:15 Outro
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is it possible to change from manual to automatic sturs ?
Ačiū drauge.
Thanks for sharing. And now I finally know what’s underneath the first access panel that needs to be removed!
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No Vida or Orbit optimisation needed? I remember i've changed struts at my P3 XC60 for new version and i had to visit workshop for optimisation