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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.
    Fig 1: Rear Compartment Strut
    G01617503Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the rear compartment strut from the ball studs on the hinge.
  4. Remove the rear compartment strut from the vehicle.