Release the clips to remove the front hood insulator.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse any clips damaged during removal. Always replace with new clips.
Remove the seal.
CAUTION:
• Do not damage piston rods and oil seals.
• Never disassemble cylinders: They contain gas.
• The front hood panel is heavy. When removing or installing the damper stay and hood hinge, be sure to work in a group of two or more.
1. Remove mounting bolt, and remove the damper stay.
2. Remove the mounting bolt of front hood damper stay.
CAUTION:
The front hood panel is heavy. When removing or installing the damper stay and hood hinge, be sure to work in a group of two or more.
1. Remove the front hood damper.
2. Remove the bolt, and remove the front hood panel.
3. Detach the tabs and remove the cowl panel side.
(1) Detach tabs (A), (B), and (C) from the vehicle exterior.
(2) Detach tabs (D) and (E).
4. Remove the bolts of front hood hinge.
CAUTION:
The front hood panel is heavy. When removing or installing the damper stay and hood hinge, be sure to work in a group of two or more.
1. Remove the front hood insulator.
2. Remove the front hood seal.
3. Remove the window washer hose and nozzle. 
4. Remove the front hood damper.
5. Remove the bolt, and remove the front hood panel from the front hood hinge.