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03-01-08, 09:36 AM

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Trunk Lid Support Strut

Good aftrenoon. I need to replace the trunk support struts on my 01 Chrysler Concord. Been thumped to many times. I cannot see a screw or bolt to remove or replace. Can anyone help. Thanks

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03-02-08, 06:57 AM

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Should be a metal clip like covering over where the shock mounts to pivot ball. Pry that clip off and it should pop off. Make sure you have the lid propped up , as I think you've already experienced the pain.

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03-02-08, 11:49 AM

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Thank Mike, big help

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