For a mechanic this was an easy install on my 2013 VW Golf. The fastening tape had come loose on one of them, fortunately the shipping box was too big so that the rod didn't stick out and wasn't damaged. Make sure to reinsert the straps after releasing (push the rod into the chamber all the way, let the rod extend on its own, 3-5 times, more if the rod was already extended when you received it). came free took some time. for the premiere, but my driving performance has increased. In time I will take the front struts. You may also need to do an alignment afterwards.