What holds a hatchback open?
Most vehicles use pneumatic struts to hold open liftgates, hatches, trunklids and engine compartment hoods. These devices are filled with inert gas at several hundred psi to provide the spring force that lifts and holds open the structures they support.
Can gas struts be fixed?
If it is due to natural attrition (gas struts lose pressure like a tyre does, but it generally takes 5 -10 years in a quality strut) then a regas will work well. If they are damaged or their seals have perished, your struts will need replacing.
Why is the back door on my Toyota Sienna not closing?
The powered back door on my 2007 Toyota Sienna Limited will open but will not close using the remote or dash switch. The local dealer could not repair it today (1-3-2008) My hatch is not staying closed and closes on my kids, dogs and myself.. very dangerous..
What is the problem with my 2004 Sienna?
I have a 2004 Sienna that is still under the extended warranty. The power rear hatch does not always down automatically. It starts to come down half way and then it goes back up again as if something is interfering with the door. The struts were replaced as part of the recall. The problem shows up more after the van is sitting outside in the sun.
What should I do if my rear hatch wont open?
The struts on the back tailgate of your van should take over from you once you pull the handle release and raise the door about a foot. After that, the struts should take over and lift the rear hatch from that point on, all the way up to fully open, and hold it there.
Why does the power rear hatch not come down?
The power rear hatch does not always down automatically. It starts to come down half way and then it goes back up again as if something is interfering with the door. The struts were replaced as part of the recall. The problem shows up more after the van is sitting outside in the sun.