Lift Spring: Removal

WARNING: USE EYE AND HAND PROTECTION WHEN REMOVING SPRINGS, PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT.

Release and open decklid.
Support decklid on a suitable prop device.
Using a common pliers, disengage spring from rearward notch or hole under decklid opening side trough. See Fig 1.
Disengage spring from decklid hinge.

Fig 1: DECKLID HINGE LIFT SPRING

Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

1 - UPPER HOLE WITH AND WITHOUT SPOILER

2 - FORWARD HOLE WITHOUT SPOILER

3 - REARWARD NOTCH WITH SPOILER

4 - SPRING DAMPER

5 - DECKLID HINGE SPRING