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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 955 (BODY FRONT END)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSHOOD LATCH SUPPORT REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWD

Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sonoma, 2003 GMC Jimmy, 2003 Chevrolet S10 Pickup, and 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.

Install the bolts that retain the primary latch mounting bracket to the support bracket.
Tighten

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

Fig 1: Installing Primary Latch Mounting Bracket To Support Bracket Bolts
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the primary latch support bracket to the vehicle.
Install the bolts that retain the primary latch support bracket to the radiator support.
Tighten

Tighten the primary latch support bracket to the radiator support bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
Install the primary hood latch assembly. Refer to HOOD LATCH REPLACEMENT - PRIMARY .
Install the radiator grille. Refer to GRILLE REPLACEMENT (GMC) or GRILLE REPLACEMENT (CHEVROLET) in Exterior Trim.
Close the hood.

Fig 2: Installing Primary Hood Latch Support From Vehicle
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.