American Car Craft HHR Hood Panel Polished 2006-2012 - Manual (Page 2)

4. VERY IMPORTANT: In order to create needed clearance for you new hood panel you
will need to perform some modifications to the engine shroud mounting bracket. First
you will need to remove the engine shroud.
1. Unplug the mass air flow harness just to the right and underneath the shroud.
2. Loosen the main air tube clamp.
3. Unclamp the small vacuum tube to the left of the main air tube and pull the tube
loose.
4. Detach the intake tube from the left inner fender wall.
5. The shroud is mounted via three push on retainers. Simply pull up on the entire unit
and lift it out of the engine bay.
6. Remove the two bolts securing the front left mounting bracket and remove. NOTE:
This bracket will not be reused.
7. You will notice the mounting bracket attached to the back of the engine. Remove
this bracket and place on a table. Place a mark on the bracket 1/2'' up from the two holes
center to center. Drill two 3/8'' holes at you marks. This will enable you to lower this
bracket by 1/2''. Once this step is complete, simply reattach the bracket and reinstall the
entire engine shroud assembly.
NOTE: Care must be taken when cleaning your hood panel. It is a good idea to
lightly dust your panel with a soft cloth first to prevent any particles from
scratching your panel. Then wipe (using a clean soft cloth) with a good quality
streak free glass cleaner.
If you have any questions or problems during installation, please contact
American Car Craft at 727-861-1500.
Thank You and Enjoy Your Purchase!