Active Hood Hinge Actuator Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Active Hood Hinge Actuator

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Disable the pedestrian impact detection system. Refer to Pedestrian Impact Detection System Disabling and Enabling .
1	Active Hood Hinge Actuator Bolt (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
2	Active Hood Hinge Actuator Procedure Disconnect any electrical connectors. If deployed, replace the following parts: Left and right actuator Left and right hood hinge Hood Inspect the hood latch and subsequent replacement if functionality or appearance is compromised.

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedure
Disable the pedestrian impact detection system. Refer to Pedestrian Impact Detection System Disabling and Enabling .

Active Hood Hinge Actuator Bolt (Qty: 2)

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten
22 N.m (16 lb ft)

Active Hood Hinge Actuator

Procedure

Disconnect any electrical connectors.
If deployed, replace the following parts:
- Left and right actuator
- Left and right hood hinge
- Hood
Inspect the hood latch and subsequent replacement if functionality or appearance is compromised.