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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 1999 🢒 Catera 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Front End 🢒 Hood Hinge Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 163080 Size: SH
  1. Remove the hood. Refer to Hood Replacement .
  2. Remove the air inlet screens. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
  3. Remove the hinge bolts from the fender.
  4. Remove the hinge bolts from the hood.
  5. Remove the hood hinge.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 163080 Size: SH
  1. Install the hood hinge.

    2. 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.

  2. Install the hinge bolts to the fender and install the hinge bolts to the hood.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the hinge bolts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

  3. Install the air inlet screens. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
  4. Install the hood. Refer to Hood Replacement .
  5. Adjust the hood. Refer to Hood Adjustment .