How do I install new liftgate strus on my 2001 chevy suburban?

It appears that this uses gas struts for hood, Look on E Bay Truck Hood Quick LIFT PLUS Gas Strut Damper Prop

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GM Chevy Tailgate Power Latch Replacement

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I have a 2008 Suburban with the power liftgate disabled. I have had the power latch stop working, and the BCM report that the rear access open when it is closed (both gate and glass). Somehow the liftgate module thinks the gate is open, so I cannot open the gate at all, and the latch and rear wiper will not work. To reset the control module I pulled the liftgate fuse (#20) in the instrument panel fuse box, turned the car on, off, reinstalled fuse, turned car on, unlocked doors using drivers side switch, and the power latch will function again - at least for a while.

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Try changing the liftgate latch. If you have power liftgate, that is the usual fault by experience. There is also possibility for the other associated components to fail, but they are more costly. You can go for these repair while the gate is not yet stuck closed, so you can easily remove the trim panel. However, I still suggest a preliminary check up on the circuits. The fuses, switches, modules, codes, etc. If the liftgate seems to be operational, except for the proper closing and initial opening, its most likely the latch. I just hope we get lucky on that. Okay, there? goodluck. : )

the expander valve maybe aloowing gas to go through at too high a rate

The liftgate consists of the following components:

• liftgate door lock actuator
• liftgate lock cylinder (if equipped)
• liftgate window glass
• liftgate window latch/ajar switch
• liftgate window glass release handle
• liftgate latch remote control which consists of the following component:
  • liftgate release handle
• liftgate latch, which consist of the following component:
  • liftgate latch door ajar switch

Liftgate Latch Actuator Removal and Installation

1. Remove the liftgate latch remote control. For additional information, refer to Liftgate Latch Remote Control in this section.

SECTION 501-14: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems 2001 Escape Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Liftgate Latch Removal and Installation

1. Remove the liftgate trim panel.

1. Disconnect the liftgate ajar switch electrical connector.

1. Disconnect the liftgate latch actuating rod.
   1. Open the clip.
   1. Disconnect the actuating rod.

1. Remove and discard the liftgate latch bolts.

1. Remove the liftgate latch.

1. NOTE: Make sure the liftgate latch release rod is not preloading the latch. It should be clipped in a relaxed state with no slack.
   NOTE: Position the liftgate latch release rod by pushing outboard to remove the slack.
   

1. Remove the screws and the liftgate latch actuator

Sounds like you have a wiring problem to your liftgate. Check the wires where they come out of the body, and go into the liftgate. If they are good, check fuses, or possibly a module.

take the panel off and buy a new inside door handle and install it