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Hood Support: Replacement

  1. REMOVE SUPPORT FROM HOOD 

    Remove the bolt and support from the hood.

    HINT:

    While supporting the hood by hand, remove the hood.

  2. REMOVE SUPPORT FROM BODY 

    Remove the bolt and support.

  3. IF NECESSARY, REPLACE HOOD SUPPORT 
    NOTE: Handling the support
    • Do not disassemble the support as the cylinder is filled with pressurized gas.
    • If the support is to be replaced, drill a 2.0 - 3.0 mm (0.079 - 0.118 in.) hole in the area shown in the illustration to completely release the high pressure gas before disposing of it.
    • When drilling, chips may fly out so work carefully.
    • The gas is colorless, odorless and non - toxic.
    • When working, handle the support carefully. Never score or scratch the exposed part of the piston rod, and allow any paint or oil to get on it.
    • Do not turn the piston rod and cylinder with the support fully extended.
  4. INSTALL HOOD SUPPORT 

    Install the hood support.

    Torque: 22 N.m (225 kgf.cm, 16 ft.lbf) 

    Fig 1: Identifying Hood Support
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