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Installation Procedure

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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in GM VEHICLES CAUTIONS & NOTICES.
  1. Install the bracket to the latch.
  2. Install the primary latch to the bracket bolts. Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 ft. lb.).
  3. Install the primary latch and bracket to the vehicle.
    IMPORTANT: In the next step, do not tighten the bolts.
  4. Install the primary latch support bolts to the radiator.
  5. Adjust the latch right and left until the latch lines up with the striker pins in the hood.
  6. Raise the hood and tighten the latch to the radiator support bolts. Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 ft. lb.).
  7. Use a suitable tool in order to crimp the cable clip and retain the hood release cable to the latch.
  8. Verify that the hood is operating correctly.
    9. Fig 1: Installing Primary Hood Latch
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