To replace the hood struts on a 2002 ML320, first, prop the hood open securely. Use a flathead screwdriver to pry off the retaining clips at both ends of the struts, then gently pull the struts away from their mounting points. Install the new struts by aligning them with the mounting points and pushing them into place, securing them with the clips. Repeat on the other side, ensuring both struts are properly attached before lowering the hood.
To replace the hood struts on a 1990 Chrysler TC Maserati, first, securely prop the hood open to prevent it from falling. Locate the mounting points of the struts on both the hood and the chassis; typically, they are held in place by clips or bolts. Use a flathead screwdriver to gently pry off the clips or a socket wrench to remove the bolts, and then detach the old struts. Finally, attach the new struts by reversing the removal process, ensuring they are securely fastened.
To replace the struts on a 2002 Chevy Trailblazer, first, lift the vehicle and secure it on jack stands. Remove the wheels and disconnect the strut assembly by unbolting it from the top mount under the hood and the bottom mount at the knuckle. Replace the old strut with the new one, ensuring all bolts are tightened to the manufacturer's specifications. Finally, reattach the wheels and lower the vehicle.
Hood
The hood struts (aka lift supports) are shot. There is no tension adjustment. Your local auto parts store will sell you new struts for that vehicle for aprox $25 each. Just replace them and the hood will stay open for you.
They are the gas or mechanical devices that hold the hood open.
Hood prop or gas struts or springs.
No not without body surgery
To change the front hood struts on a 1996 Toyota Camry, first, ensure the hood is securely supported. Use a flathead screwdriver to gently pry off the retaining clips on the old struts, then pull the struts away from the mounting points. Attach the new struts by aligning them with the mounting points and pressing them into place before replacing the clips. Repeat on the other side, and ensure the hood opens and closes smoothly.
Simply remove the screws holding it on and take it of.
To open the hood on a 2002 Toyota Camry when the hood release cord is not working properly, jack up the car and use a long pole underneath to trip the hood latch. Replace or repair the cord before closing the hood.
There is no hood release to close the hood. One of the hood struts may be frozen or damaged causing the problem. Disconnect one hood strut at a time to determine which one is bad. Your local auto parts store has replacement hood struts for that vehicle.
The latch is directly under the Mercedes sign in the front. Just reach your finger under the symbol, grab, and pull......"Walla...it's open !!! Sincerely, Dat Dude