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Normally they have an extendable part between ceiling and hood. Looks like in your case it just fit the space exactly and they left out the extension and fit it all with the hood going in last. Probably thought they had done really well to get away with it.
I would loosen the hood from the wall and see if it gives you enough wiggle room. Possibly a 2 pairs of hands job though.
Airhead
Thanks, it's the same U shape and has two retaining screws either side. I've got those off and released it no problem. The issue is that it's in a recess with a lip, and I just can't get it out of there to remove completely and get enough access.
It sits on a flat metal plate that also appears to support the motor. It's held in with 9 screws around the perimeter - I think I'm going to drop that to get the room needed to remove it. What an overcomplicated design.