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Old 09-27-12, 12:39 PM
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I'm getting a squeaking noise when I raise the hood on my 2002 ES300. I can't see where I could lubricate the hinges. Suggestions, please!
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Old 09-27-12, 12:46 PM
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Originally Posted by toytrain13
I'm getting a squeaking noise when I raise the hood on my 2002 ES300. I can't see where I could lubricate the hinges. Suggestions, please!
Regards- Richard W.
It is not the hinges. The noise is from the hood struts....
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So does the (single) support strut need to be replaced? If so, oem or aftermarket strut?
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Get it from eBay, it'll be about $15-20.

OEM part for a hood strut isn't necessary, it will just be a waste of money.
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