What steps are involved in replacing a tailgate and how to remove and install Tailgate Lift Support on Honda CR-V?

To replace the tailgate, at least two people are needed due to its heavy and awkward nature. Begin by raising and supporting the tailgate, then remove the trim panels to access the hinge bolts. Disconnect the electrical connections and the rear wiper washer hose, and with assistance, remove the Tailgate Lift Support before taking out the hinge bolts, being cautious as the tailgate is heavy when removing the last bolt. Installation follows the reverse order, ensuring proper alignment after installation. For alignment, remove the striker trim cap from the rear trim panel, loosen the striker plate and tailgate hinges just enough to shift the tailgate, then gently close it to check body lines. Use a plastic wedge or flat-bladed trim tool to adjust the tailgate into alignment, open it again, and tighten the striker and hinge bolts, followed by a recheck of the alignment. Adjust the door stops so that the door rests on them without applying pressure when latched, and readjust if necessary. For trim removal, note that all trim is held in place with pressure clips except for the hand grab pocket, which is secured by one screw; grasp the edges firmly and pull outward to remove. Installation is the reverse of removal. For Tailgate Lift Support replacement, gently pry the retaining clip off the strut socket with a small pocket screwdriver, then pull the Tailgate Lift Support from the ball socket while supporting the tailgate. Some replacement Tailgate Lift Supports may come with the ball socket already installed; in such cases, unscrew the ball socket from the body and door to replace the Tailgate Lift Support, tightening to 16 ft-lbs. Finally, install the replacement Tailgate Lift Supports and snap the retaining clip into place, ensuring the door opens and closes correctly.

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Honda CR-V Stay Assembly, Passenger Side Tailgate Open
Part Number: 74820-SWA-A01
$56.09 MSRP: $79.22
You Save: $23.13 (30%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Lift Cylinder
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Honda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2011 Honda CR-V | 5 Door EX (2WD), 5 Door EX (4WD), 5 Door EX-L (2WD), 5 Door EX-L (4WD), 5 Door LX (2WD), 5 Door LX (4WD), 5 Door SE (2WD), 5 Door SE (4WD) | KA 5AT
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Honda CR-V Stay Assembly, Passenger Side Tailgate Open
Part Number: 74820-TLA-A01
$21.35 MSRP: $30.15
You Save: $8.80 (30%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Lift Cylinder
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Honda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2017-2022 Honda CR-V | 5 Door EX (2WD), 5 Door EX (AWD), 5 Door LX (2WD), 5 Door LX (AWD), EX, EX-L, Hybrid EX, Hybrid EX-L, Hybrid Touring, LX, Special Edition, Touring | KA CVT
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Honda CR-V Open Stay Assembly R, T
Part Number: 74820-T0G-A21
$32.95 MSRP: $46.54
You Save: $13.59 (30%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Lift Cylinder
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: 74820-T0A-003, 74820-T0G-A01, 74820-T0G-A11
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Honda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2012-2015 Honda CR-V | 5 Door EX (2WD), 5 Door EX (AWD), 5 Door EX-L (2WD), 5 Door EX-L (AWD), 5 Door LX (2WD), 5 Door LX (AWD) | KA 5AT, KA CVT
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Honda CR-V Open Stay Assembly, R
Part Number: 74820-T0G-A01
$32.95 MSRP: $46.54
You Save: $13.59 (30%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Lift Cylinder
- Replaced by: 74820-T0G-A21
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Honda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2012 Honda CR-V | 5 Door EX (2WD), 5 Door EX (AWD), 5 Door EX-L (2WD), 5 Door EX-L (AWD), 5 Door LX (2WD), 5 Door LX (AWD) | KA 5AT
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Honda CR-V Stay Assembly, Passenger Side Tailgate Open
Part Number: 74820-T0A-003
$32.95 MSRP: $46.54
You Save: $13.59 (30%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Lift Cylinder
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaced by: 74820-T0G-A21
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Honda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2012 Honda CR-V | 5 Door EX (2WD), 5 Door EX (AWD), 5 Door EX-L (2WD), 5 Door EX-L (AWD), 5 Door LX (2WD), 5 Door LX (AWD) | KA 5AT
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Honda CR-V Open Stay Assembly R
Part Number: 74820-T1W-A01
$45.77 MSRP: $64.65
You Save: $18.88 (30%)
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Product Specifications
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Honda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016 Honda CR-V | 5 Door EX (2WD), 5 Door EX (AWD), 5 Door EX-L (2WD), 5 Door EX-L (AWD), 5 Door LX (2WD), 5 Door LX (AWD), 5 Door SE (2WD), 5 Door SE (AWD) | KA CVT
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Honda CR-V Open Stay Assembly R
Part Number: 74820-T1W-A11
$45.65 MSRP: $64.48
You Save: $18.83 (30%)
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Product Specifications
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Honda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016 Honda CR-V | 5 Door Touring (2WD), 5 Door Touring (AWD) | KA CVT
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Honda CR-V MOTOR SET
Part Number: 74961-TLA-306
$314.58 MSRP: $448.12
You Save: $133.54 (30%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Motor
- Replaces: 74961-TLA-305
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Honda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2022 Honda CR-V | EX, EX-L, Hybrid EX, Hybrid EX-L, Hybrid Touring, LX, Special Edition, Touring
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Honda CR-V Motor Set, Power Tailgate
Part Number: 74961-TLA-305
$314.58 MSRP: $448.12
You Save: $133.54 (30%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Lift Cylinder, Motor
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaced by: 74961-TLA-306
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Honda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2017-2022 Honda CR-V | 5 Door EX-L (2WD), 5 Door EX-L (AWD), 5 Door Touring (2WD), 5 Door Touring (AWD), EX-L, Hybrid EX-L, Hybrid Touring, Touring | KA CVT
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Honda CR-V MOTOR ASSY
Part Number: 74961-3A0-A51
$150.40 MSRP: $214.25
You Save: $63.85 (30%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Lift Cylinder, Motor
- Position: Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Honda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2023-2024 Honda CR-V | EX, EX-L, Hybrid Sport, Hybrid Sport Touring, Hybrid Sport-L, LX
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Honda CR-V Open Stay Assembly, R
Part Number: 74820-T1G-E11
$37.74 MSRP: $53.30
You Save: $15.56 (30%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Lift Cylinder
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Honda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2015 Honda CR-V | 5 Door Touring (2WD), 5 Door Touring (AWD) | KA CVT
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Honda CR-V SPRING ASSY
Part Number: 74981-3A0-A51
$51.59 MSRP: $72.87
You Save: $21.28 (30%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Lift Cylinder
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Honda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2023-2024 Honda CR-V | EX-L, Hybrid Sport Touring, Hybrid Sport-L
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Honda CR-V STAY SET, L
Part Number: 74870-3A0-305
$60.23 MSRP: $85.06
You Save: $24.83 (30%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Lift Cylinder
- Position: Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Honda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2023-2024 Honda CR-V | EX, EX-L, Hybrid Sport, Hybrid Sport Touring, LX
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Honda CR-V STAY SET, R
Part Number: 74820-3A0-305
$113.61 MSRP: $160.47
You Save: $46.86 (30%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Lift Cylinder
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Honda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2023-2024 Honda CR-V | EX, EX-L, Hybrid Sport, Hybrid Sport Touring, LX
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Honda CR-V Stay Assembly, Glass Hatch Open
Part Number: 74820-SCA-003
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Support Cylinder
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Honda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2006 Honda CR-V | 5 Door EX, 5 Door EX (4WD), 5 Door LX (2WD), 5 Door LX (4WD), 5 Door SE | KA 4AT, KA 5AT, KA 5MT

Honda CR-V Tailgate Lift Support Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Open Stay Assembly R, T
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Q: What steps are involved in replacing a tailgate and how to remove and install Tailgate Lift Support on Honda CR-V?
A: To replace the tailgate, at least two people are needed due to its heavy and awkward nature. Begin by raising and supporting the tailgate, then remove the trim panels to access the hinge bolts. Disconnect the electrical connections and the rear wiper washer hose, and with assistance, remove the Tailgate Lift Support before taking out the hinge bolts, being cautious as the tailgate is heavy when removing the last bolt. Installation follows the reverse order, ensuring proper alignment after installation. For alignment, remove the striker trim cap from the rear trim panel, loosen the striker plate and tailgate hinges just enough to shift the tailgate, then gently close it to check body lines. Use a plastic wedge or flat-bladed trim tool to adjust the tailgate into alignment, open it again, and tighten the striker and hinge bolts, followed by a recheck of the alignment. Adjust the door stops so that the door rests on them without applying pressure when latched, and readjust if necessary. For trim removal, note that all trim is held in place with pressure clips except for the hand grab pocket, which is secured by one screw; grasp the edges firmly and pull outward to remove. Installation is the reverse of removal. For Tailgate Lift Support replacement, gently pry the retaining clip off the strut socket with a small pocket screwdriver, then pull the Tailgate Lift Support from the ball socket while supporting the tailgate. Some replacement Tailgate Lift Supports may come with the ball socket already installed; in such cases, unscrew the ball socket from the body and door to replace the Tailgate Lift Support, tightening to 16 ft-lbs. Finally, install the replacement Tailgate Lift Supports and snap the retaining clip into place, ensuring the door opens and closes correctly.