86 21... Removing Gas Spring Retaining Bracket

NOTE:

Remove gas spring, refer to REMOVING GAS SPRING .

Remove ball pivot, refer to REMOVING BALL PIVOT .

Release screws (1) and remove gas spring retaining bracket (2) from mounting bracket (3).

Installation:

Install retaining bracket so that it is centered in elongated holes.

Tightening Torque: Refer to 86 21 11AZ . See HOOD for specs.

Fig 1: Identifying Gas Spring Retaining Bracket And Mounting Bracket

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