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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1635 (BODY FRONT END)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSASSIST ROD REPLACEMENT - HOODINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Buick Regal and 2003 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: Apply pressure only at the end of the liftgate/hood assist rod that you are removing or attaching. Do NOT apply pressure to the middle of the rod because damage or bending will result.
  1. Press the upper end of the assist rods onto the ball joint on the hood.
    2. Fig 1: Installing Upper End Of Assist Rods Onto Ball Joint On Hood
    G01587860Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Press the lower end of the assist rods onto the ball joint on the lower hood hinge
    3. Fig 2: Installing Lower End Of Assist Rods Onto Ball Joint On Lower Hood Hinge
    G01587861Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the support from the hood.
  4. Close the hood.
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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