For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Raise and suitably support the hood.
2. Remove the hood hold-open rod (1) from the retaining clips (2).
3. Rotate the hold-open rod (1) from the normal rest position 90 degrees counterclockwise.
4. Pull forward and remove the hold-open rod (1) from the pivot clip (2).

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the hold-open rod (1) to the pivot clip (2).
2. Push in and rotate the rod (1) 90 degrees clockwise.
3. Install the hold-open rod (1) into the retaining clips (2).
4. Lower the hood.