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Hood Shock / Support: Service and Repair




Hood Support Strut Replacement

NOTE:

- Have an assistant help you when removing and installing the support strut.
- Take care not to scratch the body or the hood.

1. Remove the pivot bolt (A) from the body.





2. Remove the pivot bolt (B) from the hood, then remove the support strut (C).

3. Install the upper pivot bolt into the hood first, then install the lower pivot bolt into the body, and position the support strut properly.