For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Open the hood.
- Remove upper radiator air baffle. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle Assemblies and Deflectors in Engine Cooling.
- Remove the hood latch from the hood latch support. Refer to Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement .
- Remove the bolts from the front bumper fascia upper support bracket. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Upper Support Replacement in Bumpers.
- Remove the bolts from the hood latch support at the upper tie bar.
- Remove the nut from the hood latch support at the lower tie bar.
- Remove the hood latch support from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Install the hood latch support to the vehicle.
- Install the bolts to the hood latch support at the upper tie bar.
- Install the nut to the hood latch support at the lower tie bar.
- Install the bolts to the front bumper fascia upper support bracket. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Upper Support Replacement in Bumpers.
- Install the hood latch to the hood latch support. Refer to Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement .
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 hood latch support bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
Tighten
Tighten the hood latch support nut to 10 N·m (89 lb in).
