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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the hood release cable to the hood release handle.
    Fig 1: Hood Release Handle & Cable
    GM182641Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the hood release handle to the instrument panel.
  3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
    Fig 2: Hood Release Handle Base
    GM182644Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the bolts to hood release handle base.

    Tighten:  Tighten the hood release handle bolts to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

  5. Install the left instrument panel insulator. Refer to Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Left in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.