GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Generic 🢒 2001 🢒 Unit Repair 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Front End 🢒 Hood Open Assist Rod Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Open and support the hood.

    2. 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.


    Object Number: 130511 Size: SH
  2. Release the clip retaining the hood assist rod (4) to the lower assist rod ball stud (3).
  3. Release the clip retaining the hood assist rod (4) to the upper assist rod ball stud (1).

    4. Remove the hood assist rod (4) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 130511 Size: SH
  1. Press the hood assist rod (4) onto the upper hood assist rod ball stud (1).
  2. Press the hood assist rod (4) onto the lower hood assist rod ball stud (3).
  3. Ensure that both clips are fully seated on the hood assist rod (4).
  4. Close the hood.