Removal Procedure
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.
- Open the liftgate.
- Support the liftgate.
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.
- Carefully pry the
retaining clip in order to remove the lower end of the liftgate strut (1) from
the ball stud on the body.
- Carefully pry the retaining clip in order to remove the upper end
of the liftgate strut (2) from the ball stud on the liftgate.
- Remove the liftgate strut from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Install the liftgate strut to the vehicle
ball studs.
- Push on the end of the strut in order to install the upper end of
the liftgate strut (2) to the ball stud of the liftgate.
- Push on the end of the strut in order to install the lower the end
of the liftgate strut (1) to the ball stud on the body.