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1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic

Removal Procedure

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Removal Procedure
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  1. Remove the front fender. Refer to FENDER REPLACEMENT - FRONT  . 
    Fig 1: Front Fender
    G01450970Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the bolts attaching the hood stop bracket to the hood stop. On the passenger side one of the bolts also attaches to the plenum bracket.
    Fig 2: Removing Bolts Attaching Hood Stop Bracket
    G01450971Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the bolts attaching the hood stop bracket to the hinge pillar.
    Fig 3: Removing Bolts Attaching Hood Stop Bracket To Hinge Pillar
    G01450972Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Transfer the hood bumper if necessary.
    Fig 4: Hood Bumper
    G01450973Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
RENDER: 1.0x

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