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Installation Procedure

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  1. With an assistant, position the hood to the vehicle.
  2. Align the hinge to the grease pencil marks on the hood.
    CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  3. Install the fasteners (2) in order to secure the hood to the hood hinge.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the fasteners (2) to 9 N.m (80 in lbs).

  4. Install the hood assist rods (1). Refer to Assist Rod Replacement - Hood  .
  5. Adjust the hood, if necessary. Refer to Hood Adjustment  .
  6. Remove the tape from the hood and the fenders.
  7. Using touch up paint, touch up any exposed or unpainted surface after the hood is installed.
  8. Close the hood.
    Fig 1: Installing Hood
    G01803328Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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