Q: How to replace the hood latch on Buick Century?
A: The first step for Hood Latch replacement starts with opening the hood to mark the support bracket where the Hood Latch attaches using a grease pencil. Detach the Hood Latch by removing its support bracket bolts and then removing it from the bracket. Before removing the Hood Latch release cable users should grasp the cable retainer to release the cable before placing it aside while avoiding bending the cable. The Hood Latch release cable needs to be attached to the new Hood Latch before the marks made on the support bracket can serve as alignment points. Place the Hood Latch on the support bracket while tightly securing the center bolts at 25 nm (18 lb ft). Validate the hood position before you secure its closure.
Q: How to replace the primary and secondary hood latch on Buick LeSabre?
A: Hood principal and secondary attachment replacement starts by taking out Hood Latch fasteners followed by Hood Latch removal. The second step requires disconnecting the hood release cable from the Hood Latch . Install the Hood Latch after attaching the hood release cable to its latch. You should install fasteners on the Hood Latch before tightening them to 9 n.m (80 lb in). Complete the Hood Latch adjustments according to necessity.
A: Open the hood and note down the Hood Latch position with a grease pencil on the Hood Latch support bracket before beginning the replacement. Begin by taking off the Hood Latch support bracket through the process of removing its mounting bolts. After squeezing the cable retainer you should disconnect the Hood Latch release cable then place it safely away while being careful to avoid crimping the cable. Attach the Hood Latch release cable to the new Hood Latch as you position it according to the marks on the support bracket. Use center support bracket bolts to install the Hood Latch while torquing them to 25 n.m (18 lb ft). Use adjustments to the hood before tightly securing the hood in its position.