Hood: Adjustments

Adjustment

'02-03 Models

1. Remove the support strut from each side of the hood.
2. Slightly loosen each hood hinge bolt.




3. Adjust the hood alignment in this sequence.
- Adjust the hood right and left, as well as forward and rearward, by using the elongated holes on the hood hinge (A).
- Turn the hood edge cushions (B), as necessary, to make the hood fit flush with the body at front and side edges.

4. Remove the front bumper, and the hood latch cover. Adjust the hood latch (C) to obtain the proper height at the forward edge, and move the hood latch right or left until the striker (D) is centered in the hood latch.
5. Tighten each bolt securely.
6. Install the support strut to each side of the hood.
7. Check that the hood opens properly and locks securely.
8. Apply touch-up paint to the hinge mounting and around the hinges.




9. Grease each location of the hood latch and hood hinge as indicated by the arrows.
10. Reinstall the front bumper.