GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1252564  Size: SH
  1. Open the hood.
  2. Using a grease pencil or other suitable marking device, mark the location of the latch on the mounting bracket.
  3. Remove the engine splash shield. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement .
  4. Remove the bolts that attach the latch to the mounting bracket.
  5. Disconnect the hood latch cable from the latch.
  6. Remove the latch from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1252564  Size: SH
  1. Connect the hood latch cable to the latch.
  2. Position the latch to the previously marked location on the mounting bracket.
  3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  4. Install the bolts which retain the latch to the mounting bracket.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  6. Inspect the latch for proper operation before closing the hood.
  7. Inspect the alignment of the latch to the hood striker. Adjust the latch, if necessary. Refer to Hood Latch Adjustment .
  8. Install the engine splash shield. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement .