Remove 12mm bolt install 13mm bolt – GrimmSpeed 02-07 WRX/STi/Impreza Hood Struts User Manual
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7. Continue installation by removing the upper hinge bolt using a 12mm socket
and wrench. Set this bolt aside. We’ll be replacing it with a new bolt, but you
may want it in the future.
Figure 6: Remove upper hinge bolt
8. Finally, we’ll install the strut/bracket that we assembled earlier. Use the
provided 13mm bolt to pass through the bracket and into the hood. Note that
the ball stud points away from the vehicle. Repeat on both sides. BE VERY
CAREFUL TO NOTE THE OREINTATION OF THE BRACKET IN THE PHOTO.
Figure 7: Install hinge brackets.
Remove 12mm bolt
Install 13mm bolt