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Lubricate Hinges and Test Operation

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Fixing a sagging tailgate!

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As an optional but recommended step, apply a small amount of penetrating lithium grease to the main hinges of the hatchback. This will ensure smooth movement and prevent any squeaking or stiffness. Gently open and close the hatchback several times to distribute the lubricant and confirm that the new lift supports are functioning correctly, holding the hatch open without any assistance. Wipe off any excess lubricant. The presenter demonstrates the fully functional hatchback, now staying open on its own.

Goal: After installing the new lift supports, lubricate the main hinges of the hatchback and test the functionality to ensure smooth and proper operation.

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into place and then we're good to go so the last thing you might want to consider is lubricating your hinges a little bit too so we're going to go ahead and lube up the hinges on this so it doesn't go uh-huh and then we'll check it out make sure it works right get a little Lube in here just take our little towel just like that we use a lot of PB products here on the farm they are a friend of our YouTube channel pretty awesome we'll move it up and down a little bit here make sure you get that penetrating Lube in there and then we'll wipe off any excess Lube that we do have so we're not attracting dirt and dust and stuff like that open boom that's what you want guys good stuff guys thanks a lot for coming to join me here on the Stoney Ridge farm I hope you enjoyed this little quick tip how to replace the shocks on the back of your hatchback or your hood or whatever part of a vehicle you might need toolboxes all that stuff it's really simple it doesn't take much time you don't have to take it to the dealer and if you got a buddy to help you it really makes a difference thanks a lot please found that like button subscribe to the Stoney Ridge farm channel and we'll see you next time alright

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