Stainless Steel Hatch Shock Installation
From Nissan 350Z & 370Z Wiki
At 33% stronger, our gas springs will keep the rear hatch wide open even if you have a heavy spoiler. The stronger gas springs will even stand up to the cold weather (known to weaken the OEM ones). With OEM fit and finish this is the best solution to the problematic rear lift gate on your 350Z.
The OEM ball ends are impossible to remove from the ball studs. Our gas shocks feature high strength composite end fittings with locking clips providing easy installation and removal.
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Kit Contents
- (2) New ball studs with washers
- (2) New brackets and fittings
- (2) New high strength stainless steel gas springs
Tools Needed
- Support for rear hatch (a helping hand will also work)
- Small Flat head screwdriver
- Assorted sockets and wrenches
Warranty info
We offer a solid 2yr warranty on the entire kit contents. Warranty does not cover abuse and misuse of the products. For warranty inquiries, contact us at sales@pure-engineering.com
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
REMOVAL
- Support the rear hatch with a rod to prevent it from falling. Seek help in holding the door open if you cannot find a suitable support. (Fig. 1)
- Using a 12mm wrench, remove the ball studs located on the rear hatch.
- Using a 10mm wrench or socket, remove the bracket/stud assemblies from the rear fenders.
INSTALLATION
- Install new stud balls and washers on rear hatch and apply proper torque (Fig. 2).
- Install new bracket/stud assemblies onto fenders and apply proper torque (Fig. 3).
- Verify that end fittings are securely screwed onto the PURE shock assemblies.
- Open end clips of the new shock assemblies using a small flathead screwdriver if necessary. (Fig. 4).
- Snap the large end of the shocks to the fender brackets and push the clip into the locked position.
- Snap the opposite end of the shock onto the rear hatch ball studs and push the clips into the locked position.
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