Cargo Door Assist Rod Replacement

Cargo Door Assist Rod Replacement

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.

1. Open and support the cargo door.
Notice: Refer to Liftgate/Hood Assist Rod Notice in Service Precautions.




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.

Installation Procedure

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 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.