Pontiac Fiero 1988 Service Manual page 1304

FRONT END 4 J 1
SECTION 4J
FRONT END
N O T I C E :
The anti-theft label found on some major body panels, engines, and transmissions must be masked
prior to painting, rustproofing, undercoating, etc. The mask
must
be removed following the above operations.
Failure to keep the label clean and readable may result in liability for violation of Federal Vehicle Theft Prevention
Standard, and subject the vehicle owner to possible suspicion that the part was stolen.
N O T I C E :
Care must be taken when servicing any fiberglass (SMC) panel or component. Fasteners retaining
such panels or components must be hand started to prevent damage to fiberglass parts. Always use the specified
torque values given for SMC parts to assure safe and proper retention.
CON
Body Ventilation ................................................. 4J-1
Shroud Vent Top Screen 4J-1
Water Deflectors 4J-1
Front End Sealing 4J-1
Headlamp Door Assembly 4J-1
Headlamp Cover Panel 4J-1
Filler Assembly 4J-2
Hinge Assembly 4J-2
Hood Assembly 4J-2
Hood Alignment 4J-3
ENTS
Hood Hinge 4J-3
Hood Latch 4J-3
Striker 4J-4
Hood Ajar Switch 4J-4
Front Compartment Weatherstrip 4J-4
Glass Roof Vent Storage Cover 4J-4
Fender Panel 4J-4
Front Wheelhouse Panel ..................................... 4J-6
Fender Molding 4J-6
BODY VENTILATION
The body ventilation system on vehicles without
air conditioning consists of two fresh air ducts under
the shroud screen. Air enters the front plenum
chamber through the shroud screen and is directed
through the chambers to the outlet doors. When the
outlet doors are opened, air flows into the passenger
compartment and is expelled through the pressure
relief valve located in the body lock pillar under the
quarter applique panel.
Shroud Vent Top Screen
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Remove or Disconnect (Figure 1)
Windshield wiper arm assemblies
Attaching screws (2)
Fasteners (3) two required
Rivet (4) using a 6.3 mm (1/4") drill bit
Spring (5)
Windshield washer hoses as required
Screen (1) by lifting up on screen to disengage
fasteners (6) from holes in plenum chamber
Install or Connect (Figure 1)
Screen (1) to body by locating fasteners (6) over
holes in plenum chamber and pushing down on
screen
Hoses
Spring (5)
Rivet (4) using part no. 20421672 or equivalent
Fasteners (3)
WATER D E F L E C T O R S
Water deflectors are located within the plenum
chamber and are an integral part of it. Along with the
top shroud vent screen, these deflectors prevent water
from entering the air inlet into the passenger
compartment.
FRONT END SEALING
All potential waterleak locations are sealed in
production with high quality durable sealers. Should it
be necessary to reseal specific areas, a high quality
medium-bodied sealer which will remain flexible after
curing and can be painted should be used.
HEADLAMP DOOR A S S E M B L Y
The headlamp doors have slotted mounting
points which insures proper clearance between the
headlamp door and the hood. The entire headlamp
door assembly can be adjusted to achieve the desired
appearance and fit. Care should be exercised when
adjusting the headlamp door assembly so as not to
damage any components.
Headlamp Cover Panel
Remove or Disconnect (Figure 2)
1. Retainer (16)
2. Cover (13)
• Hold assembly open
m Lift rear and slide cover forward
Install or Connect (Figure 2)
Cover (13)