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Removal Procedure

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  1. Open and support the hood.
  2. Release the clip retaining the hood assist rod to the lower hood assist rod ball stud (1).
  3. Remove the lower hood assist rod ball stud (1) from the fender (2).
    Fig 1: Removing Lower Hood Assist Rod Ball Stud
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  4. Release the clip retaining the hood assist rod to the upper hood assist rod ball stud (2).
    CAUTION: Refer to LIFTGATE ASSIST ROD NOTICE .
  5. Remove the upper hood assist rod ball stud (2) from the hood (1).
    Fig 2: Removing Upper Hood Assist Rod Ball Stud
    G01803351Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.