GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Open and support the rear compartment lid.
  2. Notice: Apply pressure only at the end of the liftgate/hood assist rod that you are removing or attaching. Do NOT apply pressure to the middle of the rod because damage or bending will result.

  3. Use a small flat-bladed tool in order to lift up the locking clip on the strut upper ball stud.
  4. Press out the upper ball stud.
  5. Use a small flat-bladed tool in order to lift up the locking clip on the strut lower ball stud.
  6. Press out the lower ball stud.

  7. Object Number: 324455  Size: SH
  8. Remove the rear compartment lid strut from the hinge.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 324455  Size: SH
  1. Position the rear compartment lid strut to the hinge.
  2. Press in the lower ball stud.
  3. Press in the upper ball stud.
  4. Close both locking clips.
  5. Remove the rear compartment lid support.
  6. Close the rear compartment.