Safari Van 2WD V6-4.3L VIN X (2003)
Hood Shock / Support: Service and Repair
Hood Hold-Open Rod Replacement
Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to Hood Hold-Open Device Caution in Cautions and Notices.
1. Raise and suitably support the hood without using the support rod.
2. Remove the support rod-to-radiator support bolt.
3. Remove the support rod from the vehicle.
4. Use a suitable tool to carefully pry the support rod retainer from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Push the support rod retainer into place.
2. Insert the retainer tab into the slot in order to install the support rod to the vehicle.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
3. Install the support rod-to-radiator support bolt.
Tighten the support rod to radiator support bolts to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
4. Lower the hood.
