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Installation Procedure

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  1. Tie the wire or string to the hood release cable.
  2. Install the hood primary latch release cable through the hole in the instrument panel.
  3. Install the hood release cable through the instrument panel using a small flat-bladed tool until the grommet is fully seated.
  4. Remove the wire or string from the hood release cable.
  5. Install the hood latch release cable ball to the latch.
    Fig 1: Installing Hood Latch Release Cable Ball Into Latch
    G01559567Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the hood latch release cable handle to the hinge pillar.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  7. Install the hood latch release cable screws.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the hood latch release cable handle screws to 3 N.m (27 lb.in).

    Fig 2: Installing Hood Latch Release Cable & Screws
    G01559568Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the side trim panel retainers.
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