RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (2002)
3. Disconnect the hood support cylinder (5) from the hood (1) and the fender rail (3).
4. If required, remove the upper ball stud (2) from hood and the lower ball stud (4) from the fender rail.
INSTALLATION
1. If removed, install the upper ball stud (2) onto the hood (1) and the lower ball stud (4) onto the fender rail (3). Install the ball studs securely.
CAUTION: Do not push on the hood support cylinders at the middle of the support cylinder during installation. Failure to follow this
caution can result in damage to the hood support cylinders.
NOTE:
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Install the hood support cylinders with the cylinder end connected to the hood as shown.
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If required, only release each retaining clip enough to install the ball socket onto the ball stud.
2. Install the hood support cylinder (5) over the upper and lower ball studs and fully engage the retaining clips.
