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Removal Procedure

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  1. Open the hood.
    2. Fig 1: View Of Lower Hood Assist Rod Ball Stud & Fender
    GM130509Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    WARNING:

    Refer to Hood Hold-Open Device Warning .

  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).
    4. Fig 2: Identifying Upper Hood Assist Rod Ball Stud
    GM105286Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Release the clip retaining the hood assist rod to the upper hood assist rod ball stud (2).
  5. Remove the upper hood assist rod ball stud (2) from the hood (1).
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