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Gas-filled strut, removing and installing
1 -
Gas-filled strut
Removing:
- Prop up or secure hood -2- in open
position.
- Remove securing clip -5-.
- Also remove clip -3-.
- Lift hood slightly, remove bolt -4- and
remove gas-filled strut.
Installing:
- Install with tube end of strut at body of
vehicle.
2 -
Hood
3 -
Securing clip
4 -
Pins
5 -
Securing clip
6 -
Stop buffer
Hood height adjustment Fig. 2
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Note:
The stop buffers can be used for adjusting the height of the hood. Fig. 2 Adjusting height of stop buffers
- When hood is closed, stop buffer -3- (2x external) must rest lightly on
the lock carrier.
- Turn stop buffer -1- (2x internal) in hood -2- until impact, then unscrew
one half rotation.
Marking -A- must point toward rear of vehicle.
Fig. 3 Hood latch release
- Hood lock actuator -2- must be flush with radiator grill when closed.
- Hood lock actuator must be centrally positioned relative to radiator grill.
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