GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2003 🢒 Park Avenue 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Front End 🢒 Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 255971 Size: SH
  1. Open the hood.
  2. Remove the bolts retaining the hood latch assembly (3) to the hood latch support (1).

    3. Object Number: 255974 Size: SH
  3. Remove the hood latch release cable (3) from the hood latch (2).
  4. Remove the hood latch assembly (2) from the hood latch support (1).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 255974 Size: SH
  1. Install the hood latch release cable (3) to the latch assembly (2).
  2. Position the latch to the vehicle.

    3. Object Number: 255971 Size: SH

    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.

  3. Install the bolts retaining the latch (3).

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).

  4. Close the hood.
  5. Inspect the operation of the latch.
  6. Adjust the latch as needed.