Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Open the hood.
- Apply tape to the corners of the hood and the adjacent surfaces.
- Mark the upper hood hinge location to the hood with a grease pencil.
- Remove the assist rods from the hood. Refer to Assist Rod Replacement - Hood .
- Remove the bolts from the upper hood hinge, with an assistant.
- Remove the hood from the vehicle with an assistant.
NOTE:
When removing body panels, apply tape to corners of panel and adjacent surfaces to help prevent paint damage.