For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Raise and suitably support the hood.
- Install protective covers over the front fenders (2) to prevent paint damage.
- Remove the 2 plastic retainers (3) at the rear of the hood insulator (1).
- Fold back the hood insulator (1) in order to access the nozzles and supply hose.
- Remove the windshield washer nozzles (2) and supply hose (1) from the hood (3).
- Mark the position of the hood hinges on the hood to ease assembly.
- Remove the 2 mounting bolts which secure the hood (1) to each of the hood hinges (3).
- Remove the hood with the aid of a helper.
Installation Procedure
- Install the hood (1) with the aid of a helper to the hood hinges (3), aligning the mating marks. Secure the hood with 2 mounting bolts at each hinge. Do not tighten fully.
- Install the windshield washer nozzles (2) and supply hose (1) to the hood (3).
- Reposition the hood insulator (1) and secure with the 2 plastic retainers (3).
- Remove the protective covers from the front fenders (2).
- Adjust the hood if necessary. Refer to Hood Adjustment .
Important: Before installing the hood, be sure to apply anti-corrosion treatment to the hood and hood hinge mating surfaces. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair in Paint/Coatings.
