Hood: Service and Repair

Hood Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the hood insulator. Refer to Hood Insulator Replacement (Service and Repair) .
3. Disconnect the underhood electrical connector.
Caution: Refer to Hood Hold Open Device Caution in Cautions and Notices.

Notice: Refer to Tape Corners of Panel Notice in Cautions and Notices.

4. Remove the hood assist rods. Refer to Hood Open Assist Rod Replacement (Hood Open Assist Rod Replacement) .




5. Remove the hood hinge pivot bolts (2) retaining the upper hood hinge (3) to the lower hood hinge (5).
6. Remove the hood (1) from the body with the aid of an assistant.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the hood (1) to the body with the aid of an assistant.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install the bolts (2) that secure the upper hood hinge (3) to the lower hood hinge (5).

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

3. Install the hood assist rods. Refer to Hood Open Assist Rod Replacement (Hood Open Assist Rod Replacement) .
4. Connect the underhood electrical connector.
5. Install the hood insulator. Refer to Hood Insulator Replacement (Service and Repair) .
6. Adjust the hood if necessary. Refer to Hood Adjustment (Adjustments) .
7. Remove the tape from the hood and the fenders.
8. Close the hood.