Hood Open Assist Rod Stud Replacement

Hood Open Assist Rod Stud Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Open the hood.
Warning: Refer to Hood Hold-Open Device Warning Service Precautions .





2. Release the clip retaining the hood assist rod to the lower hood assist rod ball stud (1).
3. Remove the lower hood assist rod ball stud (1) from the fender (2).




4. Release the clip retaining the hood assist rod to the upper hood assist rod ball stud (2).
5. Remove the upper hood assist rod ball stud (2) from the hood (1).

Installation Procedure





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

1. Install the upper hood assist rod ball stud (2) to the hood (1).

Tighten the upper hood assist rod ball stud (2) to 9 Nm (80 lb in).

2. Press the hood assist rod onto the upper hood assist rod ball stud (2).
3. Ensure that the clip is fully seated on the hood assist rod.




4. Install the lower hood assist rod ball stud (1) to the fender (2).

Tighten the lower hood assist rod ball stud (1) to 24 Nm (18 lb ft).

5. Press the hood assist rod onto the lower hood assist rod ball stud (1).
6. Ensure that the clip is fully seated on the hood assist rod.
7. Close the hood.