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Installation Procedure

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in CAUTIONS & NOTICES article.
  1. Install the bolts that retain the primary hood latch to the mounting bracket.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the primary hood latch mounting bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  2. Position the primary hood latch assembly on the radiator support.
  3. Use the marks in order to align the bracket.
  4. Install the bolts that retain the primary hood latch to the mounting bracket.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the primary hood latch mounting bracket bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    Fig 1: Locating Hood Latch Support-To-Hood Latch Mounting Bracket Nuts & Bolts
    G01841380Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the cable to the primary hood latch assembly, by performing the following procedures:

    1. 5.1

      Install the cable housing into the primary latch.
    2. 5.2

      Install the cable into the latch container clip.
    Fig 2: Hood Release Cable Housing Mounting Bracket Position
    G01841381Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Inspect the operation of the hood latch.
  7. Close the hood.