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Hood Hinge Pivot Hole Is Too Large On Some Replacement Fenders - keywords big bolt loose tighten

Subject:Hood Hinge Pivot Hole Is Too Large On Some Replacement Fenders

Models:2001-2006 Chevrolet Avalanche, Suburban, Tahoe
1999-2007 Chevrolet Silverado Classic
1999-2007 GMC Sierra Classic
2001-2006 GMC Yukon Models


The following diagnosis might be helpful if the vehicle exhibits the symptom(s) described in this PI.

Condition/Concern:

Some customers of GMSPO service replacement fenders may comment that the fender side hood hinge pivot bolt attachment hole is too large (12mm).

Recommendation/Instructions:

The hood hinge pivot bolt attachment hole on some service fenders may be too large (12mm) causing improper retention of the pivot bolt. To correct this condition, add a M8X32mm O.D. by 2mm thick washer (obtained locally) between the hinge halves on the inboard side of the fender side hood hinge which provides the proper surface for the shoulder of the pivot bolt to contact as it is tightened, as shown below.


Object Number: 2101784 Size: SH
  1. Fender Side Hinge Bracket
  2. Hood side Hinge
  3. WASHER LOCATION
  4. Pivot Bolt

Please follow this diagnostic or repair process thoroughly and complete each step. If the condition exhibited is resolved without completing every step, the remaining steps do not need to be performed.