Chevrolet Cobalt Service & Repair Manual: Hood Primary & Secondary Latch
Removal
2. |
Mark hood latch location to support
bracket with a grease pencil. |
3. |
Remove hood latch bolts, Fig.
1. |
4. |
Disconnect release cable from hood
latch by squeezing cable retainer, Fig. 2. |
5. |
Remove hood latch from vehicle. |
|
Installation
1. |
Install hood latch release cable to
hood latch, Fig. 2. |
2. |
Position hood latch to alignment marks
on support bracket. |
3. |
Install hood latch bolts, Fig.
1. |
4. |
Tighten latch bolts with latch in full
up position. |
5. |
Slowly close hood and press down until
hood is flush with fenders. |
6. |
Raise hood. Torque bolts to
89 inch lbs. |
7. |
Adjust hood, if required as outlined
in Hood. |
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Fig. 1 Hood latch

Fig. 2 Release cable to latch
Removal
When a hood hold open device
is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid possibility
of damage to vehicle or personal injury.
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Removal
1.
Remove panels and components.
2.
Remove rearview outside mirror nuts
(1), Fig. 1.
3.
Disconnect ...
See also:
Chevrolet Cobalt Service & Repair Manual. Engine Leak Inspection
A visual inspection must always
be performed to confirm the presence of aftermarket components, potential
collision damage, or areas of concern.
Before moving the vehicle inspect
underneath for signs of oil on the ground to aid in identifying the leaks
location.
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