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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the hood latch support bracket to the upper radiator tie bar.
    Fig 1: Installing Hood Latch Support Bracket To Upper Radiator Tie Bar
    G01515856Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the four bolts to the hood latch support bracket.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the hood latch support bracket bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    Fig 2: Installing Hood Latch Support Bracket
    G01515857Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Reposition the hood latch release cable to the hood latch support bracket.
  4. Install the hood latch to the hood latch support bracket. Refer to HOOD LATCH REPLACEMENT  .
  5. Adjust the hood, if required. Refer to HOOD ADJUSTMENT  .
  6. Connect the electrical harness to the hood latch support bracket.
  7. Close the hood.
    Fig 3: Installing Hood Latch To Hood Latch Support Bracket
    G01515858Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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