Install the tension spring for the tailgate on the left

• Fit the gas pressure spring (1) at the ball sockets on the ball studs and engage it with force.

  Do not press the gas pressure spring (1) on in the center. Always apply pressure at the ends of the gas pressure spring (1) to the ball pins.

  Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Follow-up Work 

• Install left luggage compartment wheel arch TRIM PANEL .
• Install rear seat and rear seat BACKREST (not in case of SA465 through-loading system)
• Install loading EDGE TRIM .
• Install the luggage compartment floor TRIM PANEL .