Hood: Service and Repair

Hood Removal and Installation

Hood Removal

CAUTION: Install protective coverings over the fenders and the windshield to prevent damage to the paint, the glass, and the moldings when removing and installing the hood.

1. Raise and support the hood.
2. Mark the position of the hinge to the hood to aid in alignment during installation.
3. Remove the washer hoses from the hood.
4. Remove the hood struts. Refer to Hood Struts Removal.
5. Remove the bolts retaining the hood to both of the hinges.




6. With the aid of another technician, remove the hood from the hinges.

Hood Installation

1. With the aid of another technician, position the hood in the location marked during removal.

CAUTION: Dissimilar metals in direct contact with each other may corrode rapidly. Make sure to use the correct fasteners to prevent premature corrosion.

2. Install the two bolts securing the hood to each hinge.

Tighten:
Tighten the hood-to-hinge bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb.ft).

3. Install the hood struts. Refer to Hood Struts Removal.
4. Inspect the hood for proper alignment.




5. Install the washer hoses to the hood.