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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: Loosen/Tighten Mounting Bolts
    GM239363Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Raise and suitably support the hood.
  2. Install protective covers over the front fenders (2) to prevent paint damage.
  3. Fig 2: Hood Components
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  4. Remove the 2 plastic retainers (3) at the rear of the hood insulator (1).
  5. Fold back the hood insulator (1) in order to access the nozzles and supply hose.
  6. Fig 3: Windshield Washer Nozzles And Supply Hose
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  7. Remove the windshield washer nozzles (2) and supply hose (1) from the hood (3).
  8. Fig 4: Loosen/Tighten Mounting Bolts
    GM239363Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Mark the position of the hood hinges on the hood to ease assembly.
  10. Remove the 2 mounting bolts which secure the hood (1) to each of the hood hinges (3).
  11. Remove the hood with the aid of a helper.