Cadillac 60 Series 1963 Shop Manual page 450

CHASSIS SHEET METAL
14-1
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Upper End Impact Bar Upper Section Grille Assembly Upper Center Impact Bar
Lower End Impact Bar Lower Section Grille Assembly Lower Center Impact Bar
Fig. 14-1 Front Bumper and Grille Assemblies
The 1963 Cadillac sheet metal described in this
section consists of the following items: the hood
panel, grille, front fenders, and front and rear
bumpers. All service procedures relative to the
removal and installation, disassembly and assem-
bly, and adjustments are outlined in the Service
Information portion of this section.
The hood is hinged at the cowl and opens from
the front. The hood lock assembly is attached to
the hood inner panel. Access to the hood lock
operating lever is obtained through the top of the
grille, just to the right of center, between the
hood molding and the upper grille support bar.
The hood lock pilot that makes up the remainder
of the hood locking mechanism is attached to a
support in front of the radiator cradle.
The grille assembly is made up of an upper and
lower section. These grille sections may be re-
moved independently of each other and of the front
bumper assembly. The grille assembly is made
up of alternate thick and thin horizontal and
vertical fins.
Finish Panel
Fuel Filler Door and License Holder
End Impact Bar
Ornament Bar
Center Impact Bar
Fig. 14-2 Rear Bumper Assembly