How to safely remove and refit the boot lid or tailgate struts with Lift Support on 2009 Volvo S40?

Open the boot lid or tailgate, pry off the retaining clips at both ends, and detach the strut from its ball-joint mounts. Refit by reversing these steps. Struts are gas-pressurized; if replaced, dispose of the old ones safely-do not incinerate them.

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2009 Volvo S40 Lift Cylinder Part Number: 31218478
$71.32 MSRP: $92.09
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Hood Lift Support; Gas Spring Front; Lift Cylinder
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 31218478
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volvo's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2009 Volvo S40 Submodels:
- 2.4i, i, T5, T5 R-Design | 5 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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2009 Volvo S40 Lift Cylinder Part Number: 31297829
$71.32 MSRP: $92.09
You Save: $20.77 (23%)
Ships in 1-2 Business Days
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Gas Spring; Tailgate Lift Support; Lift Cylinder, Support Strut
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 31297829
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volvo's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2009 Volvo S40 Submodels:
- 2.4i, i, T5, T5 R-Design | 5 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS

2009 Volvo S40 Lift Support Parts and Q&A

Q: How to safely remove and refit the boot lid or tailgate struts with Lift Support on 2009 Volvo S40?
A: Open the boot lid or tailgate, pry off the retaining clips at both ends, and detach the strut from its ball-joint mounts. Refit by reversing these steps. Struts are gas-pressurized; if replaced, dispose of the old ones safely-do not incinerate them.