2007-2013 Bmw 335i Convertible Trunk Strut Replacement

If your trunk no longer stays open or slowly...

iFixit Library BMW Easy 20 - 35 minutes Guide 216885

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Guide overview

Before you begin

If your trunk no longer stays open or slowly falls down, your trunk struts are likely worn out. This guide will show you how to replace the trunk struts on a 2007-2013 BMW 335i convertible (E93). This is a quick repair that requires no special tools. Replacing worn struts restores proper trunk support and should prevent injury or damage from a falling trunk lid.

Step 1

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Open your trunk, and use something to keep it up while you're working.
If possible, have someone hold it up to avoid injury.
Use the pick to gently pry up the metal retaining clip on the strut socket, but don't fully remove the clip.
Support the trunk before removing the strut; it can suddenly fall if not supported once the strut is disconnected.

Step 2

Repair step

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Pry the bottom metal retaining clip of the strut with the pick.
You may feel or hear a small click when the clip loosens; this is normal.
Repeat Steps 1 and 2 on the opposite side.

Step 3

Repair step

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Pull the strut straight off the mounting ball joints.

Step 4

Repair step

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Line up the new strut with the mounting ball joints.
Push the retaining clip back into place to lock the strut in position.
Make sure the new strut is oriented in the same direction as the opposite side strut.