Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Open and support the hood.
- Release the clip retaining the hood assist rod to the lower hood assist rod ball stud (1).
- Remove the lower hood assist rod ball stud (1) from the fender (2).
- Release the clip retaining the hood assist rod to the upper hood assist rod ball stud (2).CAUTION: Refer to LIFTGATE ASSIST ROD NOTICE .
- Remove the upper hood assist rod ball stud (2) from the hood (1).