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.

Raise the hood (1).
Support the hood at the front and the rear.

Fig 1: Hood Hinge, Hood Link Assembly & Components
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Remove the hood ground strap and nut.
Release the harness and the lamp from the hood.

Fig 2: Removing Hood Ground Strap & Nut
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Remove the bolt holding the hood hinge to the hook link assembly (7).
Lower and support the hood.

Fig 3: Hood Hinge, Hood Link Assembly & Components
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Remove the outboard sections of the cowl vent grille panel.

Fig 4: Removing Outboard Sections Of Cowl Vent Grille Panel
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With an assistant, remove the pivot bolt (3).
With an assistant, remove the hood from the vehicle.
Remove the hood hinge from the hood. Refer to Hood Hinge Replacement .

Fig 5: Hood Hinge, Hood Link Assembly & Components
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