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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2009 🢒 XLR 🢒 Body Repair 🢒 Bolted Exterior Body Panels and Closures 🢒 Hood Open Assist Rod Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Warning:  When a hood hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.

  1. Open and support the hood.

    2. Object Number: 1215663 Size: SH
  2. Release the clip retaining the hood assist rod (2) to the lower assist rod ball stud (1).

    3. Caution: 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. Release the clip retaining the hood assist rod (2) from the upper assist rod ball stud attached to the hood (3).
  4. Remove the hood assist rod (2) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1215663 Size: SH
  1. Install the hood assist rod (2) to the vehicle.
  2. Install the hood assist rod (2) onto the upper hood assist rod ball stud attached to the hood (3).
  3. Install the hood assist rod (2) onto the lower hood assist rod ball stud (1).
  4. Insure that both clips are fully seated on the hood assist rod (2).
  5. Close the hood.