Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement

Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual / Body repair / Bolted Exterior Body Panels and Closures / Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement

Preliminary Procedure

Preliminary Procedure

Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement.
Remove the radiator grille support reinforcement. Refer to Radiator Grille Reinforcement Support Replacement.

Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Retainer Bolt (Qty: 2) Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten 20 N·m (15 lb ft).
Hood Primary and Secondary Latch

Procedure

To release the hood primary and secondary latch unhook the hood primary latch release cable.
Disconnect electrical connectors as needed.

Hood Replacement

Warning: When a hood hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury. Preliminary Procedure Remo ...

Rear Compartment Lid Adjustment

Rear Compartment Lid Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section. Procedure Loosen the rear compartment lid hinge bolt (Qty: 4) to adjust the rear compartment li ...

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Headlamp Mount Panel Replacement (MAG-Welding)
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Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement
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