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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN K2500, 6.0 UREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 406 (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
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  1. Connect the hood release cable end to the latch.
    2. Fig 1: Hood Release Cable & Latch
    GM393503Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Connect the hood ajar indicator switch connector, if equipped.
  3. Install the hood latch (1) to the radiator support (3).
  4. Install the hood latch bolts (2) loosely.
    5. Fig 2: Hood Release Latch & Bolts
    GM331323Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Adjust the hood latch height so that when the hood is closed, the hood is held securely against the front hood bumpers.
    6. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  6. Raise the hood.

    Tighten:  Tighten the hood latch bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  7. Adjust the front hood bumpers so that the top of the hood is flush with the fenders.
  8. Install the upper radiator support baffle. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle and Deflector Replacement - Upper .
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