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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998SUBURBAN K2500, 7.4 J, PART TIMEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 485 (BODY FRONT END)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSHOOD LATCH RELEASE CABLE REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part Time

Installation Procedure

1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Transfer the string to either end of the hood release cable.
Route the string and the hood release cable into the passenger compartment.
Remove the string from the hood release cable.

Fig 1: Installing Hood Release Cable
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Connect the hood release cable to the hood release handle (1).
Install the fasteners (2) in order to secure the hood release handle (1) to the vehicle.

Fig 2: Installing Hood Release Handle
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Position and press the hood release cable grommet (2) into the wheel opening.

Fig 3: Installing Hood Release Cable Grommet
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Pull the string and the hood release cable into the engine compartment.
Remove the string from the hood release cable.
Position the hood release cable (2) in the clips (3) and close the clips (3).

Fig 4: Securing Hood Release Cable Clips

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Install the front wheelhouse liner. Refer to Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Front .
Install the front fascia extension. Refer to FASCIA EXTENSION REPLACEMENT -- FRONT .
Attach the hood release cable (1) to the hood latch (2).
Install the hood latch (2). Refer to Hood Latch Replacement .

Fig 5: Installing Hood Latch

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Close the hood.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.