Removal Procedure
- Open the hood.
- Apply tape to the corners of the hood and the adjacent surfaces.
- Mark the upper hood hinge location to the hood with a grease pencil.
- Remove the bolts from the upper hood hinge, with the aid of an assistant.
- Remove the hood from the vehicle, with the aid of an assistant.
Notice: When removing body panels, apply tape to corners of panel and adjacent surfaces to help prevent paint damage.
Installation Procedure
- Install the hood to the vehicle, with the aid of an assistant.
- Align the hood hinges to the alignment marks on the hood.
- Install the bolts to the upper hood hinge, with the aid of an assistant.
- Adjust the hood. Refer to Hood Adjustment .
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.
Tighten
Tighten the upper hood hinge bolts to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).
