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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Aztek and 2003 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Open and support the hood.
  2. Remove the hood assist rods. Refer to ASSIST ROD REPLACEMENT - HOOD  .
  3. Mark the upper hood hinge location to the hood with an grease pencil.
  4. Remove the bolts from the upper hood hinge, with an assistant.
    Fig 1: Removing Bolts From Upper Hood Hinge
    G01515841Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the hood from the vehicle, with an assistant.
    Fig 2: Removing Hood From Vehicle
    G01515842Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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