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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1588 (BODY FRONT END)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSHOOD LATCH REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWD

Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Installation Procedure

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Connect the hood release cable end to the latch.

Fig 1: Connecting Hood Release Cable End To Latch
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the hood latch (1) to the radiator support (3).
Install the hood latch bolts (2) loosely.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Adjust the hood latch height so that when the hood is closed, the hood is held securely against the front hood bumpers.
Raise the hood.
Tighten

Tighten the hood latch bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
Adjust the front hood bumpers so that the top of the hood is flush with the fenders.
Install the upper radiator support baffle. Refer to RADIATOR AIR BAFFLE AND DEFLECTOR REPLACEMENT-UPPER .

Fig 2: Installing Hood Latch
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.