How to effectively remove and reinstall liftgates with lift support on 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio?

In order to get the liftgate off, one will have to open it, disconnect the negative terminal of the battery, and take off the trim panel. Disconnect wiring connectors, the washer hose and heated window terminals. Mark hinge, support the liftgate and remove the struts. Reverse installation, correct alignment should be realized, and struts must not be lost.

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2002 Volkswagen Cabrio Lift Cylinder Part Number: 1C0-827-550-E
$38.89 MSRP: $54.01
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Gas Filler Strut; Support Cylinder
- Replaces: 1C0-827-550-C, 1C0-827-550-A
- Item Weight: 1.20 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 1C0-827-550-E
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio Submodels:
- Base, GL, GLS, GLX, High Line | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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2002 Volkswagen Cabrio Support Cylinder Part Number: 8L0-823-359
$49.48 MSRP: $68.71
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Gas Filler Strut; Strut Cylinder
- Item Weight: 0.70 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 8L0-823-359
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio Submodels:
- Base, GL, GLS, GLX | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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2002 Volkswagen Cabrio Hydraulic Cylinder Part Number: 1E0-871-795
$535.58 MSRP: $731.67
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Hydraulic Lifters
- Item Weight: 1.40 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 1E0-871-795
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio Submodels:
- Base, GL, GLS, GLX, High Line | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS

2002 Volkswagen Cabrio Lift Support Parts and Q&A

Q: How to effectively remove and reinstall liftgates with lift support on 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio?
A: In order to get the liftgate off, one will have to open it, disconnect the negative terminal of the battery, and take off the trim panel. Disconnect wiring connectors, the washer hose and heated window terminals. Mark hinge, support the liftgate and remove the struts. Reverse installation, correct alignment should be realized, and struts must not be lost.