Uplander AWD V6-3.5L VIN 8 (2005)
Hood Latch: Service and Repair
Hood Latch Release Handle Replacement
Hood Latch Release Handle Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the knee bolster. Refer toKnee Bolster, Insulator, Molding Replacement - Instrument Panel (See: Interior Moulding / Trim/Dashboard /
Instrument Panel/Service and Repair/Knee Bolster, Insulator, Molding Replacement - Instrument Panel) in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
2. Remove the screws from the hood release handle.
3. Remove the hood release handle from the instrument panel (I/P).
4. Use a small, flat-bladed tool in order to remove the hood release cable grommet from the brake pedal bracket plate.
5. Remove the hood release cable from the hood latch.
6. Route the hood release cable from the brake pedal bracket plate.
7. Remove the hood release cable and hood release handle from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the hood release cable and hood release handle to the vehicle.
2. Route the hood release cable to the brake pedal bracket plate panel.
3. Install the hood release cable to the hood latch.
4. Press the hood release cable grommet into place in order to install the grommet to the brake pedal bracket plate.