Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Tie the hood latch release cable to a wire or string. Feed the hood latch release cable through the grommet at the dash panel.
- Apply strip caulk sealer or equivalent to the grommet.
- Install the hood latch release cable to the hood release handle.
- Install the hood release handle.
- Pull the carpet back.
- Install the hood latch release cable retainers to the engine compartment side rail retainers.
- Route the hood latch release cable through the radiator support.
- Install the air cleaner. Refer to one of the following procedures:
- Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.6L.
- Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.8L.
- Install the front fender upper diagonal brace. Refer to Brace Replacement - Front Fender Upper Diagonal .
- Install the hood release cable to the hood latch.
- Install the left front headlamp. Refer to Headlamp, Fog Lamp, Turn Signal Lamp, Side Marker Lamp Replacement - Front in Lighting Systems.
- Remove the block from the hood latch.
- Inspect the hood latch for proper operation.
- Close the hood.