{"product_id":"verins-hayon-volkswagen-golf-4-bora-passat-1999-2006-1j827550c","title":"Tailgate Struts Volkswagen Golf 4 Bora Passat 1999-2006 Ref 1J827550C","description":"\u003c!--v3.1--\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGolf 4 tailgate struts: the trunk that stays open on its own again\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pair of \u003cstrong\u003etailgate struts\u003c\/strong\u003e replaces the worn \u003cstrong\u003egas struts\u003c\/strong\u003e on your \u003cstrong\u003eVolkswagen Golf 4\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eBora 1J6\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003ePassat 3B6\u003c\/strong\u003e estate, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1999 to 2006\u003c\/strong\u003e. They match \u003cstrong\u003ereference 1J827550C\u003c\/strong\u003e: same length, same push force, same ball joints. A tailgate that falls on your head or no longer stays open past halfway is a clear sign that a \u003cstrong\u003etrunk strut\u003c\/strong\u003e has lost its pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy replace both struts at the same time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupplied as a pair\u003c\/strong\u003e: two new struts with the same pressure prevent the tailgate from lifting unevenly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal reference 1J827550C\u003c\/strong\u003e: identical dimensions and force to the manufacturer's part.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePainted steel body\u003c\/strong\u003e and polished chrome rod: good resistance to moisture at the trunk sill.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eClip-in ball joints\u003c\/strong\u003e: same ends as the original, no adapter required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e15-minute installation\u003c\/strong\u003e without removing the trim, using a simple flat-head screwdriver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh nitrogen charge\u003c\/strong\u003e: the tailgate lifts on its own and holds in the open position, even in cold weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTailgate strut: why it fails and when to replace it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003etrunk strut\u003c\/strong\u003e is a gas shock absorber pressurized with nitrogen. The rod seal eventually allows the gas to leak, generally after eight to twelve years. The unmistakable signs: the tailgate \u003cstrong\u003eslowly falls\u003c\/strong\u003e after opening, you have to \u003cstrong\u003epush it at the end of its travel\u003c\/strong\u003e, or it no longer holds at all below \u003cstrong\u003e5°C\u003c\/strong\u003e—cold weather always reveals the first signs of a developing leak. Always replace \u003cstrong\u003eboth sides\u003c\/strong\u003e: pairing a new strut with an old one causes the hinge to twist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eListed compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVolkswagen Golf 4\u003c\/strong\u003e (hatchback and estate), \u003cstrong\u003eBora 1J6\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ePassat 3B6\u003c\/strong\u003e estate, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1999 to 2006\u003c\/strong\u003e, to be checked before installation by comparing the length of the removed strut.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e1J827550C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003epair of 2 struts\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e painted steel, chrome rod.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnds:\u003c\/strong\u003e clip-in ball joints, original type.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGas:\u003c\/strong\u003e pressurized nitrogen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow \u003cstrong\u003e15 to 20 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e for both sides. ⚠️ Get help or prop the tailgate with a solid stick \u003cstrong\u003ebefore\u003c\/strong\u003e removing the first strut: without it, the tailgate will fall suddenly. Lift the safety clip on the ball joint with a flat-head screwdriver, unclip it, then replace them side by side. Mount the strut \u003cstrong\u003erod end down\u003c\/strong\u003e: this keeps the oil at the seal level and extends its life. Check that the clip is properly relocked on both sides before closing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould both struts be replaced at the same time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Different pressures cause the tailgate to twist and wear out the hinge. The cost of the second strut is negligible compared to this risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMy tailgate only holds in winter: is that normal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a typical sign of a strut that has started to leak. The gas contracts in the cold, and the loss of pressure becomes visible. Replace them without delay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich way should a gas strut be installed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRod end down in the closed position. The seal remains submerged in the oil, which limits leaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I know if the reference matches?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe reference is often stamped on the body of the removed strut. If not, measure the total length from ball joint to ball joint with the strut relaxed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a special tool required?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, a thin flat-head screwdriver is enough to lift the safety clip on the ball joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRestore smooth opening to your trunk: two new struts, original reference, installed in fifteen minutes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e gas tailgate struts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle:\u003c\/strong\u003e VW Golf 4, Bora 1J6, Passat 3B6 (1999-2006)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1J827550C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e pair of 2 struts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e painted steel, chrome rod\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnds:\u003c\/strong\u003e clip-in ball joints\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 to 20 minutes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% new\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"becquet-voiture.com","offers":[{"title":"Pair of 2 Pieces","offer_id":52861453500703,"sku":"14:193#1PAIR","price":119.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7911\/7343\/files\/S16a643a8322c473982b4203f66e3c939n.webp?v=1788859112","url":"https:\/\/becquet-voiture.com\/en\/products\/verins-hayon-volkswagen-golf-4-bora-passat-1999-2006-1j827550c","provider":"Becquet Voiture","version":"1.0","type":"link"}