How to Replace Trunk Gas Springs

Table of Contents

1. Prop Up Your Trunk
2. Identify the Trunk Gas Struts
3. Remove the Retaining Clips
4. Remove the Old Trunk Gas Springs
5. Install the New Trunk Gas Struts
6. Test Your New Trunk Gas Struts

If your trunk won't stay open or is hard to close, it may be time to replace the trunk  gas springs. This is a relatively easy DIY project you can complete in less than an hour. Trunk lift supports help lift and hold the trunk open. Over time, they can wear out or break completely. This can pose a risk to you or anyone else opening or closing it, as a trunk that won't stay open can cause serious injury.

Here's how to replace malfunctioning, damaged, or worn-out trunk struts. We'll also provide tips on choosing the right trunk gas struts for your vehicle.

What You Need

• New trunk gas springs for your vehicle
• Flathead screwdriver
• Pliers

1. Prop Up Your Trunk

So, here’s how to replace trunk struts. First, open your trunk and prop it open with a stick or something similar. You want to ensure that the trunk is securely propped open before you begin working on it. You can also have someone hold the trunk open for you while you work.

2. Identify the Trunk Gas Struts

Locate the old trunk gas springs. There will be one on each side of the trunk. When working with malfunctioning trunk gas struts, it is always best to replace both of them at the same time. This will ensure that your trunk stays balanced and level.

3. Remove the Retaining Clips

Use a screwdriver or pliers to remove the retaining clips holding the gas springs. Depending on whether your struts are held in place using clevises, brackets, or bolted fasteners, you may also need a socket & ratchet set just in case. You may need to use a little force to remove them.

4. Remove the Old Trunk Gas Springs

With the retaining clips removed, you should be able to pull the old trunk gas springs out easily. Make sure to dispose of them safely and responsibly. 

5. Install the New Trunk Gas Struts

Search for exact struts you need for your car make and model. Take your new trunk gas springs and insert them into the holes where the old ones were. Apply some pressure using your fingers on the ball joint of each lift support so you can snap it into place on your car. Ensure each lift support locks into place. 

6. Test Your New Trunk Gas Struts

Slowly close the trunk and test if the trunk struts are working as expected. Make sure that the trunk stays open and is easy to close.

There you have it — you now know how to replace trunk struts. This is a quick and easy process that anyone can do. Now you can rest assured knowing that your trunk will stay open and won't pose a danger to anyone.

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