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Old 09-29-2017, 09:09 PM
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there is a metal band which holds the hatch struts in place. One they are removed, how do they go back on? I’m having a tough time.

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Old 09-30-2017, 05:12 AM
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if its not going back in easily, I believe the strut is not properly seated on the ball.
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Old 09-30-2017, 11:50 AM
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They just snap back into place - Ahrmike is right - if they don't go back on easily, try readjusting the strut.
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They just snap back into place - Ahrmike is right - if they don't go back on easily, try readjusting the strut.
Maybe a bit of WD-40 to make the clip slide on easier
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Old 09-30-2017, 03:23 PM
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Slide over the top, easy once you figure it out.

Just did my jeeps yesterday.
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