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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2009 🢒 Spark 🢒 Body Repair 🢒 Bolted Exterior Body Panels and Closures 🢒 Hood Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Warning: Refer to Hood Hold-Open Device Warning in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1224772 Size: SH

    Note: Install the protective coverings over the fenders and the windshield in order to prevent damage to the paint, the glass, and the moldings when you are removing and installing the hood.

  1. Raise and support the hood.
  2. Remove the hood bolts (1).
  3. Remove the hood (2).

Installation Procedure

    Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1224773 Size: SH
  1. Install the hood with the bolts and tighten to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
  2. Inspect the hood for proper alignment.