FORM FIT
HOOD PROTECTOR
Chevrolet Aveo 3/5 / Pontiac Wave 3/5 2009 -
HD 5T 09
HARDWARE KIT
TOOLS REQUIRED
5 – Large Bumpons
1 – Phillips Screwdriver # 2
4 – 3M Anti-Abrasion Film Pads
1 – Tape Measure
4 – Clip Bodies
4 – ‘L’ Brackets
4 – Pins
4 – # 6 x 5/8” Flat Head Screws
1.
Be sure that the hood is clean and dry inside and out. Release the hood, but do not open it.
2.
Install the five (5) bumpons as shown in
Illustration #1
.
Attention: The bumpons must be installed on the hood, not on the protector!!!
If
the bumpons are installed on the protector, they will wear through the paint.
3.
Open the hood.
4.
With protector centered on the hood, peel and fold an anti-abrasion film pad in half over the edge of the hood, underneath each of the two (2)
inner holes in the protector.
See Illustrations #1 & 2 – Step #4.
5. a) Place a clip over each of the anti-abrasion film pads on the edge of the hood as shown below in
Illustration #2 – Step #5a
.
b) Insert a pin through the protector into each of the clips.
See Illustration #2 – Step #5b.
c) Insert #6 x 5/8’’ screw through an ‘L’- bracket and into the clip.
See Illustration #2 – Step #5c & 5d.
d) Make sure all the components are well seated together; the protector is centered on the hood, and then tighten the screws into the clips.
6. Repeat steps #4 and #5
for the remaining two (2) outside holes.
7.
On some vehicles it may be necessary to adjust the hood bumpers and/or latch for proper clearance.
Note: Do not pull on the protector when opening or closing the hood.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Clean the protector with a mild soap and water solution or plastic cleaner only. Do not use chemicals or solvents. Periodically check to make
sure the bumpons are in place and the protector is secure. Avoid using automatic car washes. Do not pull on protector when opening or closing
the hood.
Illustration #1 – Bumpon and Clips Location
20mm
100mm 100mm
345mm
115mm
Clips (Step# 4 and #5)
Clips (Step#6)
Illustration #2 – Clip Configuration – Patent No. 6,892,427
Step #4
Step #5a
Step #5b
Step #5c & 5d
Thank you for purchasing a
form fit
hood protector.
Retain this sheet for care instructions and kit information.
Made in Canada
Rev1.100129
