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Installation Procedure

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  1. With the help of an assistant, position the hood.
  2. Align the hood hinges to the alignment marks on the hood.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the bolts which secure the hood hinge to the hood.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

    Fig 1: Installing Hood Hinges & Bolts
    G01559553Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the hood insulator, if equipped. Refer to Hood Insulator Replacement .
  5. Install the hood latch striker. Refer to Hood Latch Striker Replacement .
  6. Adjust the hood. Refer to Hood Adjustment .
  7. Remove the protective covering from the fenders.
  8. Remove the support and close the hood.