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Installation Procedure

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  1. Transfer the string to either end of the hood release cable.
  2. Route the string and the hood release cable into the passenger compartment.
  3. Remove the string from the hood release cable.
    Fig 1: Removing String From Hood Release Cable
    G01507740Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the hood release cable to the hood release handle (1).
  5. Install the fasteners (2) in order to secure the hood release handle (1) to the vehicle.
    Fig 2: Installing Hood Release Handle Retaining Screw
    G01507741Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Position and press the hood release cable grommet (2) into the wheel opening.
    Fig 3: Positioning & Pressing Hood Release Cable Grommet
    G01507742Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Pull the string and the hood release cable into the engine compartment.
  8. Remove the string from the hood release cable.
  9. Position the hood release cable (2) in the clips (3) and close the clips (3).
  10. Install the front wheelhouse liner. Refer to WHEELHOUSE LINER REPLACEMENT - FRONT  .
  11. Install the front fascia extension. Refer to FASCIA EXTENSION REPLACEMENT - FRONT in Bumpers. .
    Fig 4: Closing Hood Release Cable Retaining Clips
    G01507743Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Attach the hood release cable (1) to the hood latch (2).
  13. Install the hood latch (2). Refer to HOOD LATCH REPLACEMENT  .
  14. Close the hood.
    Fig 5: Connecting Hood Release Cable To Hood Latch
    G01507744Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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