Mercedes vito 1996 2003 tuff support boot gas spring boot struts are easy to replace see our video for a fitting demo all our boot struts come with new end fixings and fitting instructions vehicles get old and their lift supports lose the original charge and therefore in many cases are not able to support the weight of the boot rear door or bonnet lid that they are supposed to carry accidents are other major causes of failure of the lift supports by damaging the integrity of its seals