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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSATURN2001SC1 L4-1.9L SOHC VIN 8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMEDOORS, HOOD AND TRUNKHOODSERVICE AND REPAIR
2001 Saturn SC1 L4-1.9L SOHC VIN 8
Hood: Service and Repair
2001 Saturn SC1 L4-1.9L SOHC VIN 8SECTION Service and Repair
Hood Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. If the hood is to be reinstalled, mark the position of the hood to the hinge location by marking around hood hinges with a soft marker. Support the hood in the open position.
2. If a new hood is to be installed, remove the hood insulator. Refer to Hood Insulator Replacement (Service and Repair) .
3. With the aid of a helper, lower the hood rod and remove the hinge-to-hood bolts; then remove the hood.
Installation Procedure
1. With the aid of a helper, place the hood in position and install the hinge-to-hood bolts. Then position the hood rod.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
2. If the hood is being reinstalled, align the hood locating the marks at the hinges; then tighten the bolts.
Tighten the hinge-to-hood bolts to 25 N.m (19 lb ft).
3. If a new hood is installed, install the hood insulator. Refer to Hood Insulator Replacement (Service and Repair) .
4. Lower the hood slowly and check the fit. Adjust the hood if required. Refer to Hood Adjustment (Adjustments) . Tighten the bolts.
* Tighten the head hinge-to-body bolts to 25 N.m (19 lb ft).
* Tighten the head hinge-to-hood bolts to 25 N.m (19 lb ft).
* Tighten the hood latch to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
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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.