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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2001 🢒 Firebird 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Front End 🢒 Hood Primary Latch Release Cable Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 318924 Size: LH
  1. Complete the following steps in order to remove the hood primary latch release cable (1) from the primary latch and the radiator support:
    2. 1.1. Insert a screwdriver in to the latch clip (2) from the primary latch in order to disconnect the cable (1).
    1.2. Pry the cable grommet from the primary latch.
    1.3. Pull the primary latch release cable (1) out through the hole in the radiator support.
  2. Remove the driver side body hinge pillar trim panel. Refer to Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.

    3. Object Number: 318926 Size: LH
  3. Remove the hood primary latch release cable bolts/screws (2).
  4. Remove the hood primary latch release cable handle (3).
  5. Use a screwdriver in order to pry the cowl grommet. Remove the cowl grommet.
  6. Record the hood primary latch release cable route.

    7. Important: Do not damage the hood cable patch sealing pad surrounding the through hole. Be careful when removing the hood primary release cable from the front dash through the hole. A possible water intrusion may develop if care is not used.

  7. Remove the hood primary latch release cable (1).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 318926 Size: LH
  1. Route the hood primary latch release cable (1) properly.
  2. Install the hood primary latch release cable (1) through the cowl.
  3. Install the cowl grommet.

    4. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. Install the following components:
    5. 4.1. The hood primary latch release cable handle (3).
    4.2. The hood primary latch release cable bolts/screws (2).

    Tighten
    Tighten the bolts/screws (2)  to 7 N·m (62 lb in).

  5. Install the driver side body hinge pillar trim panel. Refer to Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.

    6. Object Number: 318924 Size: LH
  6. Install the hood primary latch release cable (1) to the primary latch with the following procedure:
    7. 6.1. Connect the hood primary latch release cable (1) to the cable clip (2).
    6.2. Route the hood primary latch release cable (1) through the hole in the radiator support.
    6.3. Insert the end of the hood primary latch release cable (1) into the latch clip and attach the cable grommet.