Replacing your front hood shocks in 15 minutes (each)

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03-17-2019, 09:13 PM

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I'm about to do this job, and that tool looks fantastic.

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11-13-2022, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by 92_964

Just did the engine cover struts...15 min right side, 25 left (removed the blower). This little tool helped by inserting into the pin clamps and twisting slightly to expand the clamps (on the forward ones...the others are easy enough to reach). It also made replacing the front trunk struts much simpler a few months ago by inserting and twisting slightly to loosen the retaining ring on the bottom end.

Craftsman Professional Screwdriver 1\8 in. X 10 in. Model# 47164

Its only been 9 years(!), but thanks for this suggestion. I previously tried and failed to get the lower connection of the hood shocks off, but with this screw driver, success. The dental floss tip upthread to secure the upper clip also was used to great effect. :-)

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