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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2008 🢒 Omega VE 🢒 Body Repair 🢒 Bolted Exterior Body Panels and Closures 🢒 Hood Open Assist Rod Stud Replacement

Removal Procedure

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

  1. Install a suitable hood brace to the vehicle.
  2. Remove the hood assist rod. Refer to Hood Open Assist Rod Replacement.

    3. Object Number: 1936132 Size: SH
  3. Remove the hood assist rod upper ball stud (1) from the hood.

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1936132 Size: SH
  1. Install the hood assist rod upper ball stud (1) to the hood.

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the ball stud to 18 N·m (15 lb ft).

  2. Install the hood assist rod. Refer to Hood Open Assist Rod Replacement.
  3. Remove the suitable hood brace from the vehicle.