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Note: Part numbers sometimes change without notice. Always double check with your supplier that you have the latest part numbers. Parts Needed: 955.512.550.03 Rear Lid Dampers (2 required) Removal Notes: - To remove the pneumatic springs, they must be in idle state: rear lid open. - The rear lid must be secured against accidental closure after removing the pneumatic springs. - Pneumatic springs must not be opened using force extreme internal pressure. Note: Some of the interior lining pieces can be fragile so handle them with care. 1. Open rear window and rear lid. 2. Remove rear roof lining: - Unclip interior light on the roof lining. - Pull off plug. - Unclip roof lining at marked positions. To do so, lift the lining slightly at the rear and lever the clip connection out using a screwdriver. 3. Remove the D−pillar trim: Note: When unclipping the D−pillar trim using a tool, make sure not to damage the electrical wires lying behind it and the head airbag. - Open cover for luggage compartment net partition. - Unscrew fastening screw. - Unclip D−pillar trim (5 locations in the middle) from the interior D−pillar. To do so, raise trim slightly and lever out the fastening clips using a screwdriver. - Unclip D−pillar trim where it joins rear side trim. - Unclip D−pillar trim from interior D−pillar at the bottom. To do so, raise trim slightly and lever out the fastening clips using a screwdriver. - Only in vehicles with BOSE sound system: Pull off plug from the loudspeaker. - Remove D−pillar trim. 4. Remove rear grab handles at left and right: - Unfold grab handle, Unclip cover, Unscrew fastening screws. - Remove grab handle. 5. Unscrew the fastening screws . 6. Unclip and remove the deformation element. 7. Cut open the bonded joint on the cover with a knife and remove the cover. 8. Remove any sealant residue on the cover and on the body. 9. Secure rear lid so that it cannot fall shut accidentally. It is very heavy and one strut will not hold it up. 10. Loosen the retaining clips on the pneumatic spring for the rear lid at the ball sockets using a screwdriver and remove the clips. 11. Pull the pneumatic spring for the rear lid from the ball heads and remove. Installation 1. Place the retaining clips on the pneumatic spring for the rear lid at the ball sockets and press into position. 2. Press the pneumatic spring for the rear lid on to the ball heads until the retaining clips engage perceptibly. 3. Apply Klebt und Dichtet sealant to the cover and stick on the cover. Note: After sticking on the cover, allow the sealant to dry for about 60 minutes. 4. Position and clip in the deformation element . 5. Insert the fastening screws and tighten to the 2 ftlbs (3 Nm). 6. Install rear grab handles at left and right (reverse of above). 7. Install D−pillar trim (reverse of above). 8. Install rear roof lining (reverse of above). 9. Remove the rear lid bracing device and carefully test the lid. Note: Be sure to see the DIY Video that Contributing Member rizzo put together - here