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Installation Procedure

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  1. Position the assist rods to the liftgate.
  2. Install the upper end of the assist rods to the ball joint. Press in to place until fully seated.
    Fig 1: Installing Procedure Strut Replacement - Lift Gate (1 Of 2)
    G01518459Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the lower end of the assist rods to the ball joint. Press in to place until fully seated.
  4. Remove the support from the liftgate.
  5. Close the liftgate.
    Fig 2: Installing Procedure Strut Replacement - Lift Gate (1 Of 2)
    G01518460Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.