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Old Dec 26, 2025 | 02:45 PM
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Hood Pop

So it is always a two man job to open the hood of my 2000 F-350, one to hold the hood release lever while the other finds a spot that will allow him to raise the hood to the first stop. Or I have to find a way to hold the hood release lever while I try to open it from outside. Is there a way to fix this situation that anyone has found? The guys at the inspection centers say it is a common problem with nearly every pickup.
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Old Dec 26, 2025 | 05:41 PM
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Keeping the latch oiled helps greatly.
 
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As posted oil the latch and you will be surprised. While you have the can out do the hinges and the door latches.
 
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