Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Refer to FASTENER NOTICE
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Important: When replacing the hood hinge, apply anti-corrosion treatment to the hinge and the body mating surface, and to the hinge and the hood mating surface.
- Install the hood hinge (1) to the vehicle, aligning the mating marks. Secure the hinge with the 2 mounting bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the hinge bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
- Install the left front fender, if removed. Refer to FENDER REPLACEMENT - FRONT - LEFT .
- Install the right front fender, if removed. Refer to FENDER REPLACEMENT - FRONT - RIGHT .
- Install the air inlet grille panel. Refer to AIR INLET GRILLE PANEL REPLACEMENT .
- Install the hood. Refer to HOOD REPLACEMENT .