Hood Latch Replacement (Pontiac)

2005 Saturn Relay AWDSECTION Hood Latch Replacement (Pontiac)
Fig 1: Replacing Hood Latch (Pontiac)
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Hood Latch Replacement (Pontiac)

Callout Component Name
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
Fastener Tightening Specifications:  Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .
Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Assembly Replacement 
1 Bolt, Hood Primary Latch Bracket (Qty: 3)

Tighten:  12 N.m (106 lb in)

2 Nut, Hood Primary and Secondary Latch (Qty: 3)

Tighten:  12 N.m (106 lb in)

3 Latch Assembly, Hood Primary and Secondary
Tip:  Remove the hood latch release cable from the latch assembly before removal.
Hood Primary Latch Bracket Assembly Replacement 
1 Bolt, Hood Primary Latch Bracket (Qty: 3)

Tighten:  12 N.m (106 lb in)

2 Nut, Hood Primary and Secondary Latch (Qty: 3)

Tighten:  12 N.m (106 lb in)

3 Latch Assembly, Hood Primary and Secondary
Tip:  Remove the hood latch release cable from the latch assembly before removal.
4 Bolt, Hood Primary Latch (Qty: 4)

Tighten:  25 N.m (18 lb ft)

5 Bracket, Hood Primary Latch
RENDER: 1.0x

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