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Model specific boards => Golf mk3 => Topic started by: kitt123 on 06 February 2012, 21:09

Title: How to remove boot lid?
Post by: kitt123 on 06 February 2012, 21:09

Hey, just wondering how to remove the boot lid?

Cheers :)

Title: Re: How to remove boot lid?
Post by: trog_nfs on 06 February 2012, 21:13

Is it a hatchback?

If so, you might want to rope a mate in to help. Extra pair of hands and all that.

The gas struts are held on with a metal clip over the plastic ends. Use a screwdriver to lever this off and the strut should pop off the ball joint.

Remove the side-side trim at the back of the car along the roof by pulling it downwards. You should then be able to drop the headlining slightly, and this will expose the hinge mounting. Undo the bolts and away comes the tailgate.

Title: Re: How to remove boot lid?
Post by: mk3.owner on 07 February 2012, 12:10

Case Closed.!  :cool:

Title: Re: How to remove boot lid?
Post by: Len on 07 February 2012, 16:18

Small things like water pipe to wiper, wiring to wiper and lights, air hose to boot lock.

Title: Re: How to remove boot lid?
Post by: trog_nfs on 07 February 2012, 16:37

Quote from: Len on 07 February 2012, 16:18

Small things like water pipe to wiper, wiring to wiper and lights, air hose to boot lock.

Goes without saying :lipsrsealed:...... :embarassed:.......