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How to Replace Hood Lift Supports 2002-07 Dodge Ram 1500
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Tools used
Flat Blade Screwdriver
Assistant
Block of Wood
1. Removing the Hood Support
Support the hood with a piece of wood or have an assistant support the hood
Pry off the clip at the bottom of the hood support with a flat blade screwdriver
Pull off the bottom of the hood support
Pry off the clip at the top of the hood support with a flat blade screwdriver
Pull off the top of the hood support
2. Installing the New Hood Support
Push the top of the hood strut into place
Push the bottom of the hood strut into place
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Hi, I'm Mike from 1A Auto. I hope this how-to video helps you out, and next time you need parts for your vehicle, think of 1AAuto.com. Thanks.
In this video, we're going to show how to replace the hood support struts on this 2004 Dodge Ram, same as any '02 to '08. If your hood is not staying up, this is what you need to do. It's an easy replacement. You just need a small flat-blade screwdriver.
First, make sure you have your standby support system or have somebody that is helping you out hold the hood. This is really very easy. Just use a small screwdriver. There's a little clip. You can pry it from either side. You just need to pry it out some. It'll let you pry that clip out. That comes off, and it's the same thing at the top. Pry the clip out, and it comes off.
Then the new ones will just pop right on. You might have to lift up your hood just a little bit. Put them back on.
We hope this video helps you out. Brought to you by www.1AAuto.com, your source for quality replacement parts and the best service on the Internet. Please feel free to call us toll-free, 888-844-3393. We're the company that's here for you on the Internet and in person.
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Works Great!
Edward L
June 11, 2016
I don't know why I waited so long to buy these. They are very easy to install. All I used was a screwdriver and with in 5 minutes I had a hood that stayed up just like it did when I bought my truck new in 2003. Thanks 1aauto.com
2004 Dodge Hood Lift support
Peggy
March 13, 2017
The 2004 Dodge Hood Lift Support worked great. I will purchase from A-1 again.
Great Hood Shocks
Patrick
June 5, 2017
These were so easy to replace and work just like new. Don't wait till the hood drops on your head to gets these
Dodge truck hood lift supports
Bruce
March 14, 2018
I got them quick and they were a perfect fit. The YouTube Video showed how to install them, no problem. And I bought them before the price went up. Thanks !
Good buy
S
June 13, 2018
Took me 5 minutes to change. Old ones had a metal clip, new ones are plastic but went in easy. No more vice grips holding the hood up. Raises up with ease and stays put. Price is a no brainer!
Easy as 1 2 3
Albert
June 20, 2018
Ordered my hood lift supports for my 2006 Dodge ram 1500 pick up. They arrived in the mail fairly quickly. I installed them as per the one a auto instructional video. With just the help of a flat blade screwdriver popped the old ones off, And snap the new ones on. The whole thing took less than 10 minutes to accomplish! I appreciate buying from 1a auto.com. Good prices, good products, ships quickly, and the installation video tips are very helpful!
Perfect fit !!!
Jolene
July 18, 2018
These hood lift supports were just what we needed. No more propping up the hood with a stick. Thanks so much !!!!
Watch the video, order the part, receive the part, install the part
L
July 24, 2018
The part is exactly what you see in the video, it fits, not nearly fits, it exactly fits! I first want to say watch the video, of course they're going to make it look easy, they're not rookies at 1aauto! So if you are a rookie, my suggestion is to be patient, don't get in a rush. Watch the video a couple of times, you won't regret it. I needed new hood lift/supports! I searched for an 04 Dodge Ram Hood Lift Support, bada-boom, bada-bing, there it was, dude installed the supports so fast, I thought I'd missed a step. Nope! It's just that simple! So, I ordered the part! Even more simple than the install! Can it get any easier, nope! Received the two lift supoorts, they're exactly like the factory ones that came on the truck almost 15 years ago! I actually have to hold onto the hood so it doesn't jerk the thing outta my hands! Seriously though, buy the parts, watch the videos, you can't go wrong. My one and only complaint, the box that the parts were shipped in, was a little too soft for
Awesome Product!!!
S
July 28, 2018
I recently purchased the hood lift supports for my 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The shipment arrived on schedule and I was able to remove the old pair and install the new ones in less than 30 minutes. Now my hood stays up when I open just like it did when it was brand new! I highly recommend this product for the price, quality and ease of installation. Buy them, you won't regret it!
L
November 1, 2018
Thanks hope you keep up the good work and good service
Quick and easy as video
Stephen
January 6, 2019
Arrived quick as usual and the install was as easy as the video. Only been on a week so cant speak to longevity but 1A has always stood behind their products
Perfect
Daniel
January 13, 2019
Thanks to 1A Auto and these hood supports I no longer have to use wifes broom to hold my hood up. Another perfect product and delivery.
very good parts
Robert
June 23, 2019
I Get a lot or parts from hear the shocks are very good no more stick to hold the hood up
Life saving hood lift supports
Laurence
August 5, 2019
My hood lift supports were original equipment and had seen better days as when they worked!
After experiencing one almost tragic hood close I ordered new supports from 1A Auto.
Ordered online and they were at my doorstop in no time at all. I immediately installed them in a snap and thoroughly enjoy tinkering under the hood safe and sound with supports that are better than the original/
Parts ordered
T
January 23, 2020
Parts delivered on time as promised Quality parts a a great price
Ram 1500 Hood Supports
Lou
April 27, 2020
these came in a timely manner and fit perfectly no problems with easy install.
great service
S
May 5, 2020
my parts arrived earlier than promised and the installation video on the 1A AUTO website was very user friendly.
Hood support
George
May 7, 2020
Perfect fit. Good quality. Installed after I watched the video from you guys. Ten minutes.took me three months of procrastinating to buy them... Thanks
Dodge hood lifts
Michael
September 13, 2020
Excellent item, as good as new. Easy to install by watching YouTube video. Couldnt be more happier
Walter
February 19, 2021
I think the product I received was great I always get good products from this company and will continue to do so in the future
Hood Lift Support
L
March 4, 2021
I would deinitely recommand the Hood Lift Support witch I bought a pair to replace my old ones witch was the orginal. My truck is 18 years old, the Hood Lift Support is a match to my orginal one. Thank You A-l. I appreciated it and am very happy with the purchase.
Lift supports
Brandon
June 5, 2021
Work great! Easy replacement part.
Robert
November 6, 2021
Good product
Hood struts now RAISE the hood!!
Michael
November 29, 2021
EXCELLENT. Hood Struts probably slowly lose their strength over time. Being on a 2004 it finally would not hold the hood up. The new ones now lift the hood up after the latch is released!
Seems to be good quality 2003 Dodge 2500 hood lift supports
Ben
December 2, 2021
Good price and work well for now. It's a product that you can not rate for a year or 5 years to determine how long they last. I have painted the date of installation on mine so I will know it the future if they hold up or not. Right know all I can say is that installation was easy and so far they have worked for 2 weeks. I would like a review sent to me every year so I can give an update.
Excellent product
ROBERT
January 12, 2022
Works like it should. Easy to install.
Donald
May 1, 2022
Works great no problem with installation work like it should only took about 15 minutes for install very very pleased
William
May 10, 2022
Like the how too vide ! !
Perfect
Ty
May 11, 2022
Fit and function was perfect
Appears to be a quality product. Fit perfectly and was easy to install.
Mark
May 25, 2022
Perfect fit and an easy install
Fit perfect !! Quick and easy install
Mike
September 8, 2022
Work great !! Took me 2 minutes to install !!
Greg
December 23, 2022
Very easy removal and installation easy to follow the instructions from the video
martin
March 12, 2023
Fit well, works great! Cheaper than oem by a lot!
GREAT
Joey
April 11, 2023
Exactly as described. My hood now stays open. Mission accomplished. And they came extremely quickly!!
Chris
May 15, 2023
Worked really good thank you so much
Totally happy
Randy
August 24, 2023
Totally happy with my purchase.
Satisfied
John
October 30, 2023
Good quality and an easy fix.
Jason
July 27, 2024
Super easy to change out and they work great. I can raise my hood without needing a makeshift prop rod now! Quick and easy fix and the video shows exactly how to do it.
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