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Removal Procedure

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