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Front Hood Gas Stay

  1. Always attach the gas stay to the normal position when performing works such as inspections and general maintenance.
    CAUTION:
    • During the inspection and general maintenance, always be sure to turn the ignition switch to OFF. 
    • At the inspection and general maintenance, do not detach the gas stay. 
    G14610226Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. When wider hood opening is necessary, set the gas stay to the lower position on the front hood side as shown in the figure.
    CAUTION:
    • The hood cannot be closed with the gas stay on the full open side. When it is necessary to close, tie the hood striker and the radiator panel with a string etc. to fix them. 
    • After work, set the gas stays back to the normal position and tighten the bolts to the specified torque. 

    Tightening torque: 20 N.m (2.0 kgf-m, 14.8 ft-lb)

    G14610227Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.