Hood Hold-Open Rod Replacement

Hood Hold-Open Rod Replacement

Removal Procedure

Warning: Refer to Hood Hold-Open Device Warning (Service Precautions).

1. Open the hood.




2. Remove the hood hold-open rod from the plastic retainer (3).
3. Remove the fastener (2) retaining the rod (1) to the vehicle.
4. Remove the rod from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

1. Position the rod to the vehicle.





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the fastener (2) retaining the hood hold-open rod to the vehicle.

Tighten the fastener to 9 Nm (7 lb ft).

3. Set the rod in place in the plastic retainer (3), ensuring it is fully seated.
4. Close the hood.