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 cargo door.

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.




2. Using a flat-bladed tool pry the retainer clip away from the ball stud socket.



3. Remove the upper end of the assist rods from the ball stud.



4. Remove the lower end of the assist rods from the ball stud.
5. Remove the assist rods from the cargo door.



6. Remove ball stud bolts.
7. Remove ball stud bracket.

1. Position the assist rods to the cargo door.



2. Install the upper end of the assist rods to the ball stud. Press in to place until fully seated.



3. Install ball stud bracket.
4. Install ball stud bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).




5. Install the lower end of the assist rods to the ball stud. Press in to place until fully seated.
6. Remove the support from the cargo door.
7. Close the cargo door.