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2001 Chevrolet Suburban Rear Window Struts Replacement

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    • Open the window.

    • Support the window with either a partner's hands or a sturdy prop.

    • A prop is used in the photos.

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    • Position the small screwdriver on the indentation in the lower joint of the strut.

    • Gently wedge the screwdriver under the metal locking tab and pop it out.

    • You don't have to completely remove the tab—just make sure it doesn't pop back into place. Getting a screwdriver completely under it (as shown) is usually enough.

    • If needed, use the larger screwdriver to help loosen the tab.

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    • Position the screwdriver on the indentation in the upper joint.

    • Gently wedge the screwdriver under the metal locking tab and pop it out.

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    • Stand at the back of the vehicle (behind the rear bumper) and face the lower joint of the strut.

    • Grab the lower joint.

    • Pull firmly, straight towards you and slightly upwards until the joint pops off.

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    • Stand at the side of the vehicle and face the upper joint of the strut.

    • Grab the upper joint.

    • Pull firmly, straight towards you until the joint pops off. Do not pull upwards or downwards.

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    • Remove the new strut from its packaging.

    • Align the socket of the upper joint with the mounting stud.

    • The upper joint is on the end with the thick black plastic.

    • Firmly press the joint until it snaps on.

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    • Align the socket of the bottom joint with the mounting stud.

    • The bottom joint is on the end with the bare metal rod.

    • Firmly press the joint until it snaps on.

Conclusion

Repeat this process for the other strut. That’s it!

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