Changing Tailgate Struts

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I have a 1997 Isuzu Rodeo, V6, with 110K miles and the rear window struts have lost their ability to keep the window up. I have ordered new struts. How does one change the rear window/tailgate struts?
Jul 8, 2007 at 8:00 AM
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First, support the window with something strong, it will hurt bad if it falls on your head. There are small curved retainers on the ends of the shocks, use a small screwdrivewr or pick to remove the retainers.New ones just click back on, no picking needed
Jul 8, 2007 at 8:27 AM
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