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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the hood hinge to the hood. Refer to HOOD HINGE REPLACEMENT  .
  2. With an assistant, install the hood (1) to the vehicle.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the pivot bolt (3).

    Tighten 

    1. Tighten the pivot bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
  4. Lower the hood.
    Fig 1: Installing Hood Hinge From Hood
    G01458617Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the outboard section of the cowl vent grille panel.
  6. Raise the hood.
    Fig 2: Installing Outboard Section Of Cowl Vent Grille Panel
    G01458618Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the bolt (7) holding the hinge to the link assembly.

    Tighten 

    1. Tighten the hinge to link assembly bolt (5) to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
    Fig 3: Installing Bolt Holding Hinge To Link Assembly
    G01458619Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the hood ground strap and nut. Clip the hangers and the lamp in place.

    Tighten 

    1. Tighten the ground strap nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
  9. Lower the hood.
    Fig 4: Installing Hood Ground Strap And Nut
    G01458620Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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