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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Tool Required
J 38778 Door Trim Pad and Garnish Clip Remover


    Object Number: 554686  Size: SH
  1. Open the hood.
  2. Remove the hood insulator pad. Refer to Hood Insulator Replacement .
  3. Remove the clip retainers from the push-in retainers using J 38778.
  4. Remove the front air seal from the hood insulator pad.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 554686  Size: SH
  1. Position the front hood air seal to the hood insulator pad.
  2. Install the clip retainers to the push-in retainers, pressing on until fully seated.
  3. Install the hood insulator pad. Refer to Hood Insulator Replacement .
  4. Close the hood.