HOOD SUPPORT REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

  • The procedure described below is for the LH side.

PROCEDURE


  1. REMOVE HOOD SUPPORT ASSEMBLY

    Note


    • Avoid touching the piston rod as much as possible to prevent foreign matter from attaching to it. Be sure to hold the cylinder while servicing.

    • Do not wear cotton gloves or other similar materials when handling the piston rod. Fibers may attach to the rod and result in gas leaks.

    • In order to prevent the piston rod from deforming, do not apply any horizontal load to the hood support assembly.


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      *a Protective Tape

      Using a screwdriver, remove the 2 stop rings as indicated by the arrows in the order shown in the illustration.

      Tech Tips

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

    2. Release the ball joint and remove the hood support assembly.

      Note

      Remove the hood support assembly while supporting the hood by hand.

  2. REMOVE HOOD STAY BRACKET


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      Remove the bolt.

    2. Disengage the guide to remove the hood stay bracket.