Removal Procedure
- Raise and support the hood.
- Remove the radiator grille. Refer to
Grille Replacement
in Exterior Trim.
- Remove the primary latch assembly. Refer to
Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement
.
- Remove the bolts that
retain the primary hood latch support bracket to the radiator support.
- Remove the primary hood latch support from the vehicle.
- Mark the position of the nuts that retain the latch mounting bracket
to the support bracket.
- Remove the primary latch mounting bracket from the support bracket
bolts.
Installation Procedure
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.
- Install the bolts
that retain the primary latch mounting bracket to the support bracket.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
- Install the primary latch support bracket to the vehicle.
- Install the bolts that retain the primary latch support bracket
to the radiator support.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
- Install the primary hood latch assembly. refer to
Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement
.
- Install the radiator grille. Refer to
Grille Replacement
in Exterior Trim.