Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Aztek and 2002 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Important: The hood latch release cable must be connected to the hood latch support bracket.

Install the hood latch release cable to the hood latch.
Align the hood latch to the marks on the hood latch support bracket.

Fig 1: Aligning Hood Latch To Marks On Hood Latch Support
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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the nuts to the hood latch.
Tighten

Tighten the hood latch nuts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
Adjust the hood, if required. Refer to Hood Adjustment .
Close the hood.

Fig 2: Installing Nuts To Hood Latch
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