GrimmSpeed 02-07 WRX/STi/Impreza Hood Struts - Manual (Page 2)

Procedure:
1. Begin by collecting your tools and popping your hood. This’ll be quick!
2. Prop your hood open using your OEM hood prop. A second set of hands can help
make ‘hood management’ a little easier.
3. Begin by releasing the clips on the ‘empty’ end of each strut. This can be a
little bit tricky, but if you can get your screwdriver (or other prying tool)
under the clip, you should have no trouble. Do not remove the clip, only slide
it a bit as shown.
Figure 2: Release socket clips
4. Next, install the machined brackets on the end of each strut containing the
ball stud. Not that the ball threads into the flat side of the bracket. Use a
1/2in wrench to tighten firmly into bracket.
Figure 3: Installing rubber bumper
Install bracket