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OEM (Genuine) 2005 Buick Rainier Latch Asm-Hood Primary
PartNumber: 15876373
Product Specifications- Other Names: Lock
- Item Dimensions: 13.3 x 8.2 x 6.2 inches
- Item Weight: 1.20 Pounds
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- Replaces: 15135073
- Part Description: 2005 Buick Rainier Latch Asm-Hood Primary
Vehicle Fitment- 2005 Buick Rainier | CXL, CXL Plus | 6 Cyl 4.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
FAQ for Hood Latch Repair
Q: How to install the Hood Latch Support?
A:
You should install the hood latch support to the vehicle, the bolts that retain the hood latch support to the radiator support, the hood latch, and the headlamp housing panel.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022Q: How to remove the Hood Latch?
A:
You should remove the grille, use a grease pencil or other suitable marking device to mark the location of the latch on the mounting bracket, remove the bolts that retain the latch to the mounting bracket, disconnect the hood latch cable from the latch and remove the latch from the vehicle.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022Q: How to remove the Hood Latch Support?
A:
You should remove the headlamp housing panel, the hood latch, the bolts that retain the hood latch support to the radiator support, and the hood latch support from the vehicle.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022Q: How to remove the Seal-Hood Rear?
A:
You should open the hood and remove the rear hood seal from the air inlet grille panel studs and the seal from the air inlet grille panel.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022Q: How to install the Fender Rail Hood Hinge Bracket - Upper?
A:
You should drill 8 mm (5/16 in) plug weld holes in the service part as necessary in the locations noted from the original panel, prepare all of the mating surfaces as necessary, apply 3M weld-thru coating P/N 05916 or equivalent to all mating surfaces, position the hinge bracket, plug weld accordingly, clean and prepare all of the welded surfaces, apply the sound deadening materials, an approved anti-corrosion primer and the sealers and refinish as necessary and install all of the related panels and components.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022Q: How to install the Hood Hinge Bracket?
A:
You should space the plug weld holes every 40 mm (1 1/2 in.) apart, drill 8 mm (5/16 in.) plug weld holes in the service part as necessary in the locations noted from the original part, prepare all of the attachment surfaces as necessary, apply a weld-thru primer to all of the bare metal surfaces, position the hinge bracket, plug weld accordingly, clean and prepare all of the welded surfaces, apply sound deadening materials, an approved anti-corrosion primer and sealers and refinish as necessary and install all of the related panels and components.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022Q: What is the recommended torque for the bolts that retain the hood latch support to the radiator support?
A:
The recommended torque is 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022Q: How to inspect the Hood Latch?
A:
You should release the primary hood latch to inspect the operation of the pop-up spring and attempt to raise the hood while the hood is in the pop-up position. The hood should raise without the hood striker binding against the latch and the secondary latch should engage to prevent the hood from being raised.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022Q: What is the recommended torque for the bolts which retain the latch to the mounting bracket?
A:
The recommended torque is 10 Nm (89 lb in).
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022Q: What is the recommended torque for the bolts retaining the hood latch to the support bracket?
A:
The recommended torque is 10 Nm (89 lb in).
By Bob
GM Specialist
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