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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2005 🢒 Classic 🢒 Body 🢒 Body Front End 🢒 Hood Latch Support Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the grille. Refer to Grille Replacement .
  2. Remove the hood latch. Refer to Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement .

    3. Object Number: 276919 Size: SH
  3. Remove the hood latch support nuts (2) from the hood latch support (3).
  4. Remove the hood latch support bolts (1) from the hood latch support (3).
  5. Remove the hood latch support (3) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 276919 Size: SH
  1. Install the hood latch support (3) to the vehicle.

    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 hood latch support bolts (1) to the hood latch support (3).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  3. Install the hood latch support nuts (2) to the hood latch support (3).

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  4. Install the hood latch. Refer to Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement .
  5. Install the grille. Refer to Grille Replacement .