Hood Link Replacement

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Fig 1: View Of Hood Hinge Spring & Bolt

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
CAUTION: When a hood hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury. Preliminary Procedures Prop and support the hood. Remove the hood link upper bolt. Refer to Hood Replacement
1	Hood Link Lower Bolt NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tighten: 25 N.m (18 lb ft)
2	Hood Link

Callout

Component Name

CAUTION: When a hood hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.

Preliminary Procedures

Prop and support the hood.
Remove the hood link upper bolt. Refer to Hood Replacement

Hood Link Lower Bolt

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten: 25 N.m (18 lb ft)

Hood Link