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To ensure the dependable performance of your hood lift supports, it’s always important to replace them if there are signs of wear and tear on the hinges, connection points, or any twisting that is caused by uneven loading. If the struts on the hood of your car are failing and you want to install a new hood lift support, you can easily do so yourself. Installing new supports will ensure the reliability and performance of your vehicle, as well as your safety when working under the hood. At Lift Supports Depot, we offer the world’s largest lift support database so you can easily find the right replacement gas struts or parts you need for a complete installation.
Here we provide the step-by-step instructions you need on how to replace hood struts.
1. Get Help From A Friend
You won’t be able to hold up the hood while you install the aftermarket hood lift, so you will need to find someone to help you. You can also use the hood support bar if your car has one. Never use a prop stick to hold up the hood, as it could easily fall off or break. If the hood were to fall on you during installation, it could cause serious injury.
2. Remove The Current Struts
You will need to remove the hood lift installed on your vehicle. You can do this by removing one and replacing it with the new lift support before removing and replacing the other. You will need to use a flathead screwdriver to remove the retaining clips, then the struts themselves.
3. Remove The Ball of The Strut
Once you have removed the strut, you will need to remove the fastener that connects the lift support to the body of the car. Use the flathead screwdriver to pry off the ball of the strut. This removes the entire hardware.
4. Install The New Strut
Once you have removed the strut, you will need to remove the fastener that connects the lift support to the body of the car. Use the flathead screwdriver to pry off the ball of the strut. This removes the entire hardware.
To install your lift supports, you will want to put the hood lift in place but not tighten it down. You will need to use your fingers to add pressure to the ball of the new strut to guide it into place. Install both struts one at a time, then tighten them both down.
Once you know how to replace hood struts and have successfully installed your new hood lift, you can have the peace of mind of knowing that you are using a quality product that will last for many years. Lift Supports Depot has been in business for over 40 years and provides parts that have been tested for reliability and performance. If you happen to run into any problems, we provide personal customer support to help guide you through the process. Contact us with any questions you might have about your parts or the installation process.
