Gas strut, removing

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Support hood.
Lift locking clip -1- with a screwdriver and pull gas strut off ball-head stud -2-.

NOTE: If gas strut is to be re-used, do not pry out locking clip -1- completely from ball socket or clip will be damaged.

- Locking clip
- Mounting bracket with ball head
- Gas strut

Fig 1: Lifting Locking Clip With Screwdriver And Pulling Gas Strut Off Ball-Head Stud

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