Citroën C4 Grand Picasso Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Seal Rubber Gasket 8707E9

Citroën C4 Grand Picasso Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Seal Rubber Gasket is an original component from the Door seals group, designed for a tight seal around the tailgate in the Citroën C4 Grand Picasso model. The carefully designed rubber profile ensures a stable fit to the bodywork, limiting the ingress of water, dust, and noise into the luggage compartment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8707E9
• Mark: Citroën
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8707E9
• Substitutable numbers: 8707 E9, 8707E9
• Part type: Door Seal
• Category: Door Seals

Purpose and function of the tailgate seal

The presented tailgate seal has been developed specifically for the body structure of the Citroën C4 Grand Picasso, taking into account the characteristic geometry of the rear of the vehicle. It is responsible for:

• sealing the contact point between the tailgate and the body frame in the trunk area,
• limiting the ingress of moisture and contaminants into the interior,
• reducing wind noise and vibrations transmitted from the outside,
• stabilizing the operation of the tailgate through proper pressure when closing. Thanks to the matched rubber cross-section and factory geometry, the seal works with the original mounting points, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the factory character of the rear bodywork.

Construction and material properties

The seal is made of flexible rubber with a selected hardness, which provides the right compromise between tightness and ease of closing the tailgate. The material structure has been designed to:

• maintain elasticity within the typical operating temperature range of the car,
• retain its shape during repeated opening and closing of the tailgate,
• reduce the formation of squeaks and rattles at the tailgate-body contact point. The original origin of the component promotes proper fitment with the bodywork, which translates into stable sealing of the rear of the vehicle and predictable behavior during operation.

Benefits of using an original Citroën seal

Using a dedicated tailgate seal in the Citroën C4 Grand Picasso allows for restoring the proper operating conditions of the rear bodywork. In practice, this means:

• reducing the risk of dampness in the trunk upholstery and metal components,
• better protection against corrosion around the threshold and the edge of the tailgate,
• more comfortable acoustic conditions inside the vehicle,
• maintaining the factory alignment of the tailgate to the bodywork. This solution is particularly beneficial when replacing a worn, brittle, or leaking seal, when the first signs of leaks or increased noise in the rear of the cabin appear. The original Citroën component helps avoid problems typical of replacements with an inaccurate profile.

Condition, fitment, and installation

The seal comes from dismantling, which allows for maintaining compliance with the manufacturer's factory standards. The component is intended for installation in place of the original seal, using existing routing and mounting points on the tailgate frame and the bodywork. When replacing, it is recommended to:

• thoroughly clean the contact surface on the bodywork,
• check the condition of the sheet metal edges and any signs of corrosion,
• precisely position the seal around the entire perimeter, without twists or kinks. A properly installed seal contributes to the stable operation of the tailgate and reduces the need for additional adjustments to the lock or hinges.

Citroën door seals – expansion and modernization of the body zone

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the body zone in your Citroën and need other components from the same group, such as perimeter door opening seals, additional bumpers, or sealing profiles, check the available parts in the Citroën door seals category. If you want to better understand why original used body components and sealing elements are becoming an increasingly chosen solution in the face of changes in the parts market, it is worth reading the article: Crisis in the new parts market? Why in 2026 used originals for premium cars are the hottest trend.