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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the front hood molding. Refer to Hood Front Molding Replacement in Exterior Trim.

  2. Object Number: 740912  Size: SH
  3. Disconnect the electrical connector (1) from the underhood lamp.
  4. Remove the underhood lamp from the hood by releasing the retaining tabs.
  5. Remove the underhood lamp wiring harness from the hood and hinge.

  6. Object Number: 740913  Size: SH
  7. Remove the ground terminal retaining bolt (1) from the hood.

  8. Object Number: 743495  Size: SH
  9. Remove the push-pin retainers (2) from the hood and insulation.
  10. Remove the insulation from the tabs (1) and remove the insulation from the hood.

  11. Object Number: 740670  Size: SH
  12. Using a grease pencil or other suitable marking device, mark the position of the hood to the hinges (3).
  13. Remove the 4 bolts (2) that retain the hood hinges to the hood with an assistant.
  14. Remove the hood from the vehicle with an assistant.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 740670  Size: SH
  1. Position the hood to the vehicle with an assistant.
  2. 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.

  3. Partially install the 4 bolts (2) that retain the hood to the hinges (3).
  4. Position the hood to the hinges at the previously marked locations with an assistant.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the hood retaining bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).


    Object Number: 743495  Size: SH
  6. Install the hood insulation to the hood.
  7. Install the push-pin retainers (2).

  8. Object Number: 740912  Size: SH
  9. Install the underhood lamp wiring harness to the hood and hinge as previously routed.
  10. Install the underhood lamp to the hood by seating the retaining tabs.
  11. Connect the electrical connector (1) to the underhood lamp.

  12. Object Number: 740913  Size: SH
  13. Install the ground terminal retaining bolt (1) to the hood.
  14. Tighten
    Tighten the hood ground terminal bolt to 10 N·m (7 lb ft).

  15. Install the front hood molding. Refer to Hood Front Molding Replacement in Exterior Trim.