Hood Strut Replacement

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

NOTE: Callouts in the following chart represent components shown in graphic above.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the appropriate wheelhouse liner: Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Left Side (With J55)Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Left Side (Without J55) Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side (With J55)Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side (Without J55)
1	Hood Strut WARNING: 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. CAUTION: Apply pressure only at the end of the liftgate/hood assist rod that you are removing or attaching. Do NOT apply pressure to the middle of the rod because damage or bending will result. Procedure Remove the metal clip at the ends of the hood strut, then pull away from the stud.

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedure
Remove the appropriate wheelhouse liner:

Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Left Side (With J55)Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Left Side (Without J55)
Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side (With J55)Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side (Without J55)

Hood Strut

WARNING:

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.

CAUTION:

Apply pressure only at the end of the liftgate/hood assist rod that you are removing or attaching. Do NOT apply pressure to the middle of the rod because damage or bending will result.

Procedure
Remove the metal clip at the ends of the hood strut, then pull away from the stud.