To open the hood:
1. Pull up on the hood release handle. It is located inside the vehicle to the left of the steering column.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and push the secondary hood release handle toward the driver side of the vehicle.
3. Lift the hood and release the hood prop from its retainer, located above the radiator.
Securely place the hood prop into the slot on the underside of the hood.
To close the hood:
1. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly.
Then, lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop.
Remove the hood prop from the slot on the underside of the hood and return the prop to its retainer. The prop rod must click into place when returning it to the retainer to prevent hood damage.
2. Lower the hood 30 cm (12 in) above the vehicle and release it so it fully latches. Check to make sure the hood is closed and repeat the process if necessary.
Power Steering System Description and Operation
The hydraulic power steering pump is a constant displacement vane-type pump
that provides hydraulic pressure and flow for the power
steering gear. The hydraulic power steering pumps are either belt-driven or
direct-drive, cam-driven.
The power steering fluid reservoir holds the power steerin ...
Definition of Danger, Warning, Caution, and Note
The diagnosis and repair procedures in a GM Service Manual contain both
general and specific Dangers, Warnings, Cautions, Notes or
Importants. GM is dedicated to the presentation of service information that
helps the technician to diagnose and repair the systems
necessary for the proper operat ...
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
WARNING
A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle. A damaged LATCH system
may not properly secure the child restraint, resulting in serious injury or even
death in a crash. To help make sure the LATCH system is working properly after a
crash, see your dealer to have the system inspec ...