Montana V6-3.4L VIN E (2002)
Hood Hinge: Service and Repair
Hood Hinge Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the hood. Refer to Hood Replacement (See: Service and Repair) .
2. Mark the position of the hinge to the upper fender rail with a grease pencil in order to aid in the alignment when the hood hinge is reinstalled.
3. Remove the bolts from the hood hinge at the upper fender rail.
4. Remove the hood hinge from the upper fender rail.
Installation Procedure
1. Position the hood hinge to the marks on the upper fender rail.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
2. Install the bolts to the hood hinge at the upper fender rail.
Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
3. Install the hood. Refer to Hood Replacement (See: Service and Repair) .