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Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2006 🢒 Savana - AWD 🢒 Preface 🢒 Cautions and Notices 🢒 Hood Hold-Open Rod Replacement

Removal Procedure

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


    Object Number: 314940 Size: SH
  1. Raise and support the hood.
  2. Remove the bolt (1) retaining the hood support rod (2) to the vehicle.
  3. Remove the support rod (2) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 314940 Size: SH
  1. Install the support rod (2) 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.

  2. Install the bolt (1) in order to retain the hood support rod to the vehicle.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 11 N·m (97 lb in).

  3. Remove the alternate support.
  4. Close the hood.