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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

    Warning: Refer to Hood Hold-Open Device Warning in the Preface section.

  1. Open the hood.

  2. Object Number: 861117  Size: SH
  3. Remove the hood hold-open rod from the plastic retainer (3).
  4. Remove the fastener (2) retaining the rod (1) to the vehicle.
  5. Remove the rod from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

  1. Position the rod to the vehicle.
  2. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 861117  Size: SH
  3. Install the fastener (2) retaining the hood hold-open rod to the vehicle.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the fastener to 9 N·m (7 lb ft).

  5. Set the rod in place in the plastic retainer (3), ensuring it is fully seated.
  6. Close the hood.