2001 Volvo S80 Replacing hood struts/dampers

2001 VOLVO S80
176,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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VFANCHER
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How do I replace worn hood struts/dampers. Do I just pry them off?

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Jan 14, 2010 at 11:43 AM
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JIS001
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You should see the clips on them. Pry back on them and pull. Just make sure you have the hood supported or you will get hurt. Hood is pretty heavy.
Jan 16, 2010 at 12:44 PM
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VFANCHER
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Thanks. They came off and went on without a hitch.
Jan 18, 2010 at 11:03 AM
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