Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
SYS.OK|MANUAL.DB● LIVE
HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN K2500, 6.0 UREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 260 (BODY FRONT END)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSHOOD LATCH REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2006 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 6.0 U
Installation Procedure
2006 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 6.0 USECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 6 other vehicles, including the 2003 GMC Savana Special, 2003 GMC Savana Camper Special, 2003 GMC Savana, 2003 Chevrolet RV Cutaway, and 2003 Chevrolet Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the hood release cable to the hood latch (4).
- Install the hood latch to the radiator support (2).
- Install the bolts retaining the hood latch to the radiator support.
Do not tighten the bolts.
- Align the hood latch and the fasteners with the marks made prior to the removal.
- Use the following procedure in order to adjust the hood latch:
- 5.1. Adjust the hood latch to the left or to the right until the striker in the hood easily engages the latch.
- 5.2. Adjust the hood latch height.
- 5.3. Adjust the front hood bumpers in order to ensure that the top of the hood is flush with the fenders.
CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE . - Tighten the bolts retaining the hood latch to the radiator support.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
- Close the hood.
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
Recommended Tools & Savings
Use the Manual With the Right Hardware
Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.
Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
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.