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Removal Procedure

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  1. Open the hood.
    CAUTION: Refer to Hood Hold Open Device Caution.
  2. Fig 1: View Of Lower Hood Assist Rod Ball Stud & Fender
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  3. Release the clip retaining the hood assist rod to the lower hood assist rod ball stud (1).
  4. Remove the lower hood assist rod ball stud (1) from the fender (2).
  5. Fig 2: Identifying Upper Hood Assist Rod Ball Stud
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  6. Release the clip retaining the hood assist rod to the upper hood assist rod ball stud (2).
  7. Remove the upper hood assist rod ball stud (2) from the hood (1).