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Pre-Warranty expiration item for all SC owners... Posted by MI-Roger [Email] ![]() ![]() |
Since purchasing our SportCombi, I have been curious where the gas struts or springs are located which provide the lift assist for the rear gate. I found the replacement instructions for these gas struts in my recently acquired WIS and it is not pretty!
The entire headliner need to be removed, from windshield back to rear hatch opeing, all interior pillar trim, all ceiling mounted accessories (visors, console, sun roof trim piece) and other bits and pieces. Probably $400 of R & R labor to access two $25 gas struts with a 5 year life.
I wouldn't want to pay for this on my dime! Hopefully Saab will develop a service kit, or revised instructions, to make this job easier and cheaper.
posted by 198.208.15...
_______________________________________ Saabs owned: 2008 9-5 Aero Sedan, sold at 227K miles 2006 9-3SC 2.0T - Wife's daily driver 2000 Viggen Convertible - Sold May, 2022 1964 Quantum IV Formula Car - Retirement project 2000 9-5lpt Sedan, sold at 318K miles
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