Removal Procedure
- Open the hood.
- Remove the hood latch. Refer to
Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement
.
- Remove the ambient outside air temperature sensor. Refer to
Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Replacement
.
- Remove the lower bolts
(1) retaining the hood latch support (2) to the vehicle.
- Remove the upper bolts (1)
retaining the hood latch support (2) to the vehicle.
- Remove the hood latch support (2) from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Install the hood latch
support (1) to the vehicle.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the bolts
(3) to retain the hood latch support (1) to the vehicle.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts (3) to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
- Install the hood latch. Refer to
Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement
.
- Install the ambient outside temperature sensor. Refer to
Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Replacement
.
- Close the hood.