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Feb 4th, 2024, 12:34 | #1 |
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How to fix squeaky auto boot struts?
Hello
XC60 2015 here. For a long while both boot struts have been squeaking when closing the auto tail gate/boot. Opening the boot is mostly quiet. Can anything be done? Spray? Lube? Or should I just replace? And if so, is it a straight forward job for a competent DIY’er? Cheers. |
Feb 4th, 2024, 17:00 | #2 |
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I replaced the struts on Mrs B’s Nissan recently, a very simple and straightforward job. Just don’t expect the tailgate to stay up with just one strut while you change the other one.
Don’t ask me how I know… (FWIW, I also fitted gas struts to the bonnet of my Skoda, to replace the manual prop)
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Feb 4th, 2024, 19:15 | #3 |
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Thanks. I’ll lookup how much they are to replace.
Forgot to post this earlier. Video with sound of the issue. Is this common to the XC60? https://share.icloud.com/photos/03cL...tNkZxyo7yS9szA |
Feb 4th, 2024, 20:30 | #4 |
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Saw these on ebay if it's any help https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/233500955468
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Feb 5th, 2024, 04:46 | #5 |
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Boot strut squeaking
My XC60 boot struts would regularly squeak and squirts of CRC oil, silicon spray etc would only be a temporary fix. I read somewhere that the attachment points of the struts to the boot lid and body are usually the source of the noise.
I removed the struts, thoroughly greased these end points (a kind of cup and ball arrangement) and put things back together and no more noise in over 6 months which is a record in terms of my ownership (coming up for 10 years soon).
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Feb 5th, 2024, 23:09 | #6 |
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Silicon spray works for a short period but replacement is the only permanent fix I am afraid.
Easy job but remember to brace to boot lid before taking off a strut as one strut doesn’t have the strength to hold the weight of the boot open on its own!!! DS |
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