GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Corvette 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Front End 🢒 Hood Open Assist Rod Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 171174 Size: SH

    Caution:  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. Lift up the retainer clips on the assist rod using a small flat bladed tool

    3. 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. Pull the upper end of the assist rod from the ball joint on the hood.
  4. Pull the lower end of the assist rod from the ball joint on the lower hood hinge.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 171174 Size: SH
  1. Press the upper end of the assist rods on to the ball joint on the hood.
  2. Press the lower end of the assist rod on to the ball joint on the lower hood hinge.
  3. Remove the support from the hood.
  4. Close the hood.