Originally Posted by
CBahr
They were definitely working in the warmer months. The only thing that I'm worried about is that when I opened the hatch after it had been cold, I heard a whooshing sound as if gas was escaping. I wonder if the seal was somehow cracked? Any idea on what this might cost to replace?
Don't worry about it... they'll recover.
And if there is fluid leaking from the strut and they're clearly dead, it's a very simple job to replace them. Any auto parts store worth their salt will have replacement struts available for a reasonable price.
All you'll need is a slim end-wrench and a friend to hold the hatch open.
No worries. :run: