Grand Prix V6-3.1L VIN J (2000)
Hood Hinge: Service and Repair
Hood Hinge Replacement
Removal Procedure
Caution: 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.
1. Remove the hood. Refer to Hood Replacement (See: Service and Repair) .
2. Remove the rear hood side seal. Refer to Hood Rear Outer Seal Replacement (See: Hood Weatherstrip/Service and Repair/Hood Rear Outer Seal
Replacement) .
3. Remove the hood assist rod. Refer to Hood Open Assist Rod Replacement (See: Hood Shock / Support/Service and Repair) .
4. Loosen the hood hinge to fender bolts, but do not remove the bolts.
5. Center punch the spot weld
6. Drill out the spot weld using a 9.5 mm (3/8 in) drill bit.
7. Remove the hood hinge to fender bolts.
8. Remove the hood hinge from the fender.
9. Repair the paint on the fender where the hood hinge was removed. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair () .
Installation Procedure