Hood: Service and Repair

Hood Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Open the hood.
2. Using a grease pencil, mark the location of the hinge on the hood assembly.
3. Apply tape to corners of panel and adjacent surfaces to help prevent paint damage.
4. Disconnect the windshield washer hose connection.




5. Remove the hood assist rods (2).




6. With the aid of an assistant, remove the bolts (2) securing the hood to the hood hinge.
7. With the aid of an assistant, remove the hood from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

1. With the aid of an assistant, position the hood to the vehicle.




2. Position the hinge to the grease pencil marks on the hood.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice () in Service Precautions.

3. With the aid of an assistant, install the bolts (2) in order to secure the hood to the hood hinge.

Tighten the bolts (2) to 9 N.m (80 lb in).




4. Install the hood assist rods (2).
5. Connect the windshield washer hose connection.
6. Slowly close the hood checking for adjustment, adjust if necessary. Refer to Hood Adjustment.
7. Remove the tape from the hood and the fenders.
8. Close the hood.