Parts for your 1999 Holden Barina-Gas struts

1999 Holden Barina gas struts

Based on technical sources, gas struts are indeed used on the 1999 Holden Barina (SB, Opel Corsa B). The GM Holden Electronic Parts Catalogue for Barina SB (MY99), Gregory’s Holden Barina SB 1994–2001 Service and Repair Manual, and Opel/Corsa B service information all specify twin gas lift supports for the rear hatch/tailgate. These sources also show the bonnet is supported by a manual prop rod from factory, not gas struts. So, if someone’s talking “gas struts” on a ’99 Barina, they’re talking tailgate struts.

On this Barina, the tailgate gas struts counterbalance the weight of the hatch, making it easy to lift and keeping it safely up while loading the boot. They also damp the last bit of travel so the tailgate doesn’t slam. With age, seals harden and nitrogen pressure drops, which is why a hatch that used to float up can suddenly feel heavy—especially on cold mornings.

Servicing is straightforward. There’s no real maintenance beyond keeping the shiny piston rods clean—just wipe with a dry, lint‑free cloth. Don’t spray silicone or grease on the rods