GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Corvette 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Front End 🢒 Hood Latch Replacement - Left Side

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 71294 Size: SH
  1. Remove the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .

    2. Object Number: 71288 Size: SH
  2. Mark the perimeter of the latch using a grease pencil.
  3. Remove the bolts attaching the latch.

    4. Object Number: 71291 Size: SH
  4. Remove the cable from the push-in retainer attaching the cable sheath to the wheelhouse panel.
  5. Disconnect the cable sheath grommet from the latch.
  6. Disconnect the cable end from the latch.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 71291 Size: SH
  1. Install the cable end into the catch on the latch.
  2. Install the cable sheath grommet into the slotted hole in the latch.

    3. Object Number: 71288 Size: SH
  3. Install the hood latch and attaching bolts.
  4. Align the latch within the marked area.

    5. 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.

  5. Tighten the hood latch bolts.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the hood latch bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  6. Install the cable sheath to the push -in retainer.

    7. Object Number: 71294 Size: SH
  7. Install the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .