HOOD OUTER PANEL 'UPDINGS' (REPLACE HOOD SUPPORTS)

Subject: HOOD OUTER PANELS, "UPDINGS" (REPLACE HOOD SUPPORT(S) AND SERVICE PROCEDURE)

Models Affected: 1991 GRAND PRIX "GTP" W/3.4L ENGINE

Condition:

---------- Some 1991 Grand Prix GTP models may exhibit hood "updings" (dents that appear to be made from the underside of the hood) in the areas between the hood louvers and outer edge of the hood).

Cause:

------ Hood support flange length is too long and contacts the underside of the hood.

Correction:

----------- Replace the hood support(s), metal finish the damaged area and paint refinish entire hood.

Parts Required:

P/N 12505794, Service kit - hood supports.

Part is currently available from CANSPO.

Procedure:

---------- 1. Raise hood to full open position.

2. Remote hood louvers on both sides of hood and rear hood molding.

3. Prop up hood in open position and disconnect hood assist rods.

4. Using a 3/16" drill bit and electric motor, remove the hood support attaching rivets and the hood support.

5. Carefully lower the hood, and metal- finish the damaged area(s) on the hood.

6. Paint refinish the entire hood as necessary.

7. Carefully raise the hood, prop up into position and install new hood supports from service kit, P/N 12505794.

Note: The attaching rivets are included with the kit.

8. Reinstall the hood louvers, rear hood molding, and connect the assist rods.

Use the most applicable Labour Operation and Time from the Canadian Labour Time Guide.

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