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Hood Open Assist Rod Stud Replacement

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Fig 1: Identifying Hood Open Assist Rod Stud & Bolts
G04844612Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
COMPONENTS REFERENCE

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure 
Remove the hood strut rod. Refer to HOOD STRUT REPLACEMENT .
1 Hood Assist Rod Ball Stud Bolts (Qty: 2)
CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .

Tightening torque 
10 N.m (89 lb in) 
2 Hood Assist Rod Ball Stud