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Removal Procedure

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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.
NOTE: In order to avoid damaging the rear compartment strut, apply pressure at the strut end before removing or attaching the strut. Do not apply pressure to the mid-section of the rear compartment strut when removing or installing.
  1. Open and support the rear compartment lid.
  2. Using a small flat-bladed tool, lift up the snap-ring retainer at the bottom and the top of the rear compartment strut.
  3. Remove the rear compartment strut from the ball studs on the hinge.
  4. Remove rear compartment strut from the vehicle.
    Fig 1: Removing Rear Compartment Strut From Ball Studs On Hinge
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