Removal Procedure
- Open and support the endgate.
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.
- Lift up the retainer clips on the endgate struts using a small flat-bladed tool.
- Remove the upper end of the endgate struts from the ball joint.
- Remove the lower end of the endgate struts from the ball joint.
- Remove the endgate struts from the endgate.
Installation Procedure
- Position the endgate struts to the endgate.
- Install the upper end of the endgate struts to the ball joint. Press in to place until fully seated.
- Install the lower end of the endgate struts to the ball joint. Press in to place until fully seated.
- Remove the support from the endgate.
- Close the endgate.