Removal Procedure
- Raise the hood (1).
- Support the hood at the front and the rear.
- Place protective coverings over the cowl and the fenders.
- Remove the hood ground strap and nut. Unclip the harness.
- Remove the bolt holding the hood hinge to the hood link assembly (7).
- Lower and support the hood.
- Remove the outboard sections of the cowl vent grille panel.
- Remove the pivot bolt (3).
- Remove the hood from the vehicle.
- Remove the hood hinge from the hood.
Caution: When a hood hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.
Installation Procedure
- Install the hood hinge to the hood.
- Install the hood (1) to the vehicle.
- Install the pivot bolt (3).
- Install the outboard section of the cowl vent grille panel.
- Raise the hood.
- Install the bolt (7) holding the hinge to the link assembly.
- Install the hood ground strap and nut and attach the clip.
- Lower the hood.
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 bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
Tighten
Tighten the hinge to link assembly bolt (5) to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
