DIY Replacement of Electric Boot Struts (Seat Ateca 2017 Xcellence)

[ranj]

Hi everyone

 

My 2017 SEAT Ateca Xcellence has developed an issue with the power tailgate where the boot isn't closing properly (giving off error beeps).

I'm looking into replacing the electric struts/actuators myself to save paying steep dealership/garage labour costs. I've seen replacement pairs on eBay matching OEM part numbers 575827851A (Left) and 575827852A (Right) for the Ateca KH7 (2016–2023).

 

Has anyone here replaced these electric struts themselves?

• How tricky is unclipping/routing the wiring harness behind the trim?

• Did you need VCDS/OBD Eleven to reset/re-calibrate the system, or did it work plug-and-play / via holding the boot button?

• Any tips or pitfalls to look out for with aftermarket eBay struts?

 

Struggling to find a specific Ateca video guide online, so any advice or step-by-step tips would be greatly appreciated!

 

Thanks in advance!

[3s-gtech]

You’re going to need to ask on a busy car forum like Pistonheads or Reddit (or Facebook if feeling brave). It’s quite a niche question!

[ranj]

Thanks I am already a member of www.atecaforums.co.uk and have posted there but thought there no harm in trying other forums I am member of for a wider reach. This site has always been good like that!