Removal

DOOR / HATCH: HOOD SUPPORT: REMOVAL

HINT
* Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
* The procedure listed below is for the LH side.

1. REMOVE HOOD SUPPORT ASSEMBLY LH

NOTICE:
* Avoid touching the piston rod as much as possible to prevent foreign matter from attaching to it. Be sure to hold the cylinder while servicing the vehicle.
* Do not wear cotton gloves or other similar materials when handling the piston rod. Fibers may attach to the rod and result in gas leaks.
* In order to prevent the piston rod from deforming, do not apply any horizontal load to the door stay.

(a) Using a screwdriver, remove the 2 stop rings as shown in the illustration, and then remove the hood support.





Text in Illustration





NOTICE:
Remove the hood support assembly while supporting the hood panel with one hand.

HINT
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

2. REMOVE HOOD SUPPORT BRACKET LH

(a) Remove the 2 bolts and hood support bracket.