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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the hood latch. Refer to Hood Latch Replacement .
    2. Fig 1: View Of Hood Latch Release Cable & Hood Latch Assembly
    GM1581456Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Release the hood latch release cable from the hood latch assembly.
  3. Attach a length of mechanic's wire to the exterior end of the cable, and note the routing of the cable for later installation.
  4. Release the retainers securing the cable to the inner fender.
  5. Push the cable grommet through the cowl panel and into the interior of the vehicle.
    6. Fig 2: View Of Hood Release Handle-To-Knee Bolster Screws
    GM1581458Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the screws attaching the hood release handle to the knee bolster.
  7. Remove the cable from the release handle.
  8. Pull the cable the rest of the way through the cowl panel and out from behind the sound insulation.
  9. Detach the mechanic's wire from the cable, leaving the wire in position for aid in installation of the cable.
  10. Remove the cable from the vehicle.
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