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Installation Procedure

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  1. Position the hood hold open rod retainer to the radiator support. Press in until fully seated.
  2. Push the hood hold open rod into the retainer until fully seated.
  3. Install the retainer clip.
  4. Position the rod in the clip.
    5. Fig 1: View Hood Hold-Open Rod
    GM863927Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the hood support.
  6. Close the hood.
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