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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1998 🢒 Tracker - 4WD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Front End 🢒 Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Raise and suitably support the hood.

    2. Object Number: 351838 Size: SH
  2. Remove the 2 retaining bolts and the hood latch (3) from the front upper panel (1).
  3. Remove the hood latch release cable (2) from the hood latch (3).
  4. Remove the hood latch (3) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 351838 Size: SH
  1. Install the hood latch release cable (2) to the hood latch (3).
  2. Install the hood latch (3) to the vehicle. Secure the latch with the 2 retaining bolts. Do not fully tighten the bolts.
  3. Adjust the hood latch in order to ensure that the striker shaft lines up with the center groove of the hood latch (3).

    4. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. Adjust the hood latch in order to ensure that the hood is flush with the front fender. Refer to Body Front End Adjustment Specifications .

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the hood latch retaining bolts to 7 N·m (5 lb ft).

  5. Lower the hood.