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Installation Procedure

  1. Position the hood to the vehicle with an assistant.
  2. Fig 1: View Of Hood Hinges
    GM743350Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Position the hinge to the grease pencil marks on the hood.
  4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice.
  5. Install the bolts (2) in order to secure the hood to the hood hinge with an assistant.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts (2) to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  6. Fig 2: View Of Upper Hood Assist Rod
    GM738138Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the hood assist rods (1). Refer to Hood Open Assist Rod Replacement .
  8. Connect the windshield washer hose connection. Refer to Washer Nozzle Replacement (Export RHD) or Washer Nozzle Replacement (Export-XA7 LHD) or Washer Nozzle Replacement (LHD) .
  9. Slowly close the hood checking for adjustment, adjust if necessary. Refer to Hood Adjustment .
  10. Remove the tape from the hood and the fenders.
  11. Close the hood.