Tailgate Support Strut Replacement

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NOTE:

Have an assistant help you when removing and installing the support strut.
Take care not to scratch the body or the tailgate.

Remove the pivot bolts (A), then remove the support strut (B).

Fig 1: Identifying Tailgate Support Strut Replacement Components With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the tailgate support strut in the reverse order of removal.