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Removal Procedure

  1. GM5325063Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Windshield Wiper Arm (3) - Remove [2x]

    1. Using the appropriate trim tool, remove the windshield wiper arm finish cap (1) from the windshield wiper arm (3).
    2. Windshield Wiper Arm Nut (2) - Remove
    3. Grasp the outer end of the windshield wiper arm (3) and gently rock the arm back and forth to remove it from the windshield wiper transmission pivot shaft.
  2. GM5417116Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Air Inlet Grille Panel Extension (1) - Remove [2x]

    1. Apply two layers of masking tape around the top edge of the service part to prevent paint damage.
    2. Using a suitable plastic trim tool, carefully release the air inlet grille panel extension clips.
    3. Remove the air inlet grille panel extension (1) from the air inlet grille panel and upper front fender.
  3. GM5421986Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Hood Rear Outer Air Inlet Seal (2) - Remove [2x]

    1. Hood Rear Outer Air Inlet Seal Retainer (1) - Remove [2x]
    2. Hood Rear Outer Air Inlet Seal (2) - Remove
  4. GM5421990Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Compartment Side Sight Shield Retainer (1) - Remove [2x]

  5. Front Compartment Side Sight Shield (2) - Remove
  6. GM5417442Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Air Inlet Grille Panel Retainer (1) - Remove [6x]

  7. Disconnect the windshield washer nozzle hose from the windshield washer pump hose.
  8. Lift the front edge of the air inlet grille panel (2) and slide the panel forward from both hood hinges to remove.
  9. GM5478556Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Hood Hinge Nut (1) - Remove [4x]

  10. With the aid of an assistant, remove the hood (2).
  11. GM5478553Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Hood Hinge Bolt (1) - Remove [3x]

  12. Hood Hinge (2) - Remove