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Installation Procedure

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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in GM VEHICLES CAUTIONS & NOTICES.
  1. Push the support rod retainer into place.
  2. Insert the retainer tab into the slot in order to install the support rod to the vehicle.
  3. Install the support rod-to-radiator support bolt. Tighten:  Tighten the support rod to radiator support bolts to 15 N.m (11 ft. lb.).
  4. Lower the hood.
  5. Fig 1: Installing Hood Hold-Open Rod
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