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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise the hood.
  2. Remove the upper radiator support baffle. Refer to RADIATOR AIR BAFFLE ASSEMBLIES AND DEFLECTORS (SIDE) or RADIATOR AIR BAFFLE ASSEMBLIES AND DEFLECTORS (UPPER) .
  3. Fig 1: Hood Release Latch & Bolts
    GM331323Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the bolts (2) from the hood release latch (1).
  5. Fig 2: Hood Release Cable & Latch
    GM393503Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Disconnect the hood release cable end from the latch.
  7. Remove the hood release latch from the vehicle.