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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 456736  Size: SH
  1. Open the hood.
  2. Remove the hood latch. Refer to Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement .
  3. Remove the bolts from the hood latch support.

  4. Object Number: 456737  Size: SH
  5. Remove the nut from the hood latch support.
  6. Remove the hood latch support from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 456737  Size: SH
  1. Position the hood latch support 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.

  3. Install the nut to the hood latch support.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the hood latch support nut to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 456736  Size: SH
  5. Install the bolts to the hood latch support.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the hood latch support bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  7. Install the hood latch. Refer to Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement .
  8. Close the hood.