Hood Support -- Removal |
- HINT:
- Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
- The procedure listed below is for the LH side.
1. REMOVE HOOD SUPPORT ASSEMBLY LH |
- NOTICE:
- Avoid touching the piston rod as much as possible to prevent foreign matter from attaching to it. Be sure to hold the cylinder while performing work.
- 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.
Using a screwdriver, remove the 2 stop rings as shown in the illustration, and then remove the hood support.
- HINT:
- Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
Text in Illustration *1 Protective Tape - NOTICE:
- Remove the hood support assembly while supporting the hood panel with one hand.
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2. REMOVE HOOD SUPPORT BRACKET LH |
Remove the 2 bolts and hood support bracket.
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