Installation Procedure

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

Position the hood to the vehicle, with an assistant.
Align the hood hinges to the alignment marks on the hood.

Fig 1: Identifying Hood Hinge-To-Hood Bolts
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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the hood hinge to hood bolts, with an assistant. Tighten the bolts to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).
Install the assist rod to the hood. Refer to Assist Rod Replacement - Hood .
Adjust the hood, as required. Refer to Hood Adjustment .