Hood Shock / Support: Service and Repair

PROP ROD

REMOVAL

1. Release hood latch and open hood.

CAUTION: Do not place prop-rod or substitute against outer hood panel, damage to exterior finish will result.

2. Prop hood open using a length of wooden dowel rod, ex (Broomstick).

Fig. 7:

3. Disengage prop-rod from retainer attaching prop-rod to radiator closure panel (Fig. 7).
4. Remove prop-rod from vehicle.

INSTALLATION

CAUTION: Do not place prop-rod or substitute against outer hood panel, damage to exterior finish will result.

1. Place prop-rod into position.
2. Engage prop-rod from retainer attaching prop-rod to radiator closure panel.
3. Remove temporary hood prop rod.
4. Close hood.