For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Open and support the hood.
- Mark the upper hood hinge location to the hood with a grease pencil or suitable marking device.
- With the aid of an assistant, remove the bolts from the upper hood hinge.
- With the aid of an assistant, remove the hood from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- With the aid of an assistant, install the hood to the vehicle.
- Align the hood hinges to the alignment marks on the hood.
- With the aid of an assistant, install the bolts to the upper hood hinge.
- Adjust the hood as required. Refer to Hood Adjustment .
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Tighten
Tighten the upper hood hinge bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
