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Removal Procedure

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  1. Open and support the rear compartment lid.
    2. NOTE: Refer to LIFTGATE ASSIST ROD NOTICE .
  2. Use a small flat-bladed tool in order to lift up the locking clip on the strut upper ball stud.
  3. Press out the upper ball stud.
  4. Use a small flat-bladed tool in order to lift up the locking clip on the strut lower ball stud.
  5. Press out the lower ball stud.
    6. Fig 1: Identifying Rear Compartment Hinge
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  6. Remove the rear compartment lid strut from the hinge.
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