Volkswagen Touareg 7P Tailgate Boot Lid Gas Strut Left Right N/O/S 7P6827851D

Volkswagen Touareg 7P Tailgate Boot Lid Gas Strut Left Right N/O/S is an original body component designed to operate on both the left and right sides of the tailgate. It provides stable support and ensures smooth opening and closing of the lid, which translates into convenient and safe use of the luggage compartment. Thanks to its factory origin from the Volkswagen group, the proper operating characteristics and fitment to the body structure are maintained.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7P6827851D
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7P6827851D
• Substitutable numbers: 7P6827851D, 7P6 827 851 D
• Location on the vehicle: Right, Left
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function in the Touareg body

The presented gas strut is a component of the tailgate support system in the 7P generation Touareg model. It is responsible for the controlled lifting and holding of the lid in the upper position, as well as its smooth guidance during closing. Using the correct strut is crucial for the comfort of operating the trunk and for protecting the hinges and lid mounts from excessive loads.

The component works on the right and left side of the lid, which allows for even distribution of forces and stable guidance of the entire lid. A properly selected strut reduces the risk of the lid dropping, accidental closing, or improper latching, which is important for both user safety and the durability of the seals and the lock.

Construction and fitment to the body

The Volkswagen Touareg 7P Tailgate Boot Lid Gas Strut Left Right N/O/S has been designed as part of the original body system, ensuring that its geometry, stroke, and mounting points comply with the manufacturer's factory requirements. The appropriately selected gas characteristics ensure predictable lid behavior throughout the full range of opening, without jerking or excessive resistance.

Original manufacturing translates into:

• proper fitment with the mounts in the body and the lid,
• stable operation within typical operating temperature ranges,
• maintenance of the correct trunk opening geometry.

As a result, installation is straightforward, without the need for modifying mounts or interfering with the lid structure.

Condition, origin, and benefits of using a used part

The offered strut is an original Volkswagen component sourced from dismantling, which means it has been previously used in a vehicle. This type of part retains the manufacturer's factory specifications while providing an economical alternative to a new component. In practice, this allows for restoring the proper operation of the tailgate while maintaining reasonable repair costs.

Using a used OEM group strut is particularly beneficial when you want to:

• maintain the original operating characteristics of the lid,
• avoid problems with fitting aftermarket replacements with uncertain parameters,
• optimize body service costs.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard check of the component for smooth movement and tightness, in accordance with good workshop practice.

Installation and application on the left and right side

The strut is adapted to work on both the left and right side of the lid, which facilitates the selection of parts when replacing a single element or a pair. In a typical service scenario, it is recommended to replace both struts simultaneously to maintain symmetrical operating characteristics and even load on the hinges.

During installation, it is worth paying attention to:

• correct orientation of the operating direction relative to the lid and body,
• secure seating in the mounting sockets,
• checking the free movement of the lid after installation is complete.

Such a replacement allows for quickly restoring the full functionality of the tailgate, improving the daily ergonomics of using the trunk.

Body repair expansion and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front body area in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as panels, reinforcements, or additional mounting elements, check the available parts in the Volkswagen Hoods category.

If you want to better plan your bodywork and are considering a wider use of dismantled components, it is worth reading the advice on selecting and evaluating such parts – you will find practical tips in the article Replacing body parts with used ones – can dismantled body parts look like new?.