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Hood: Adjustments

Adjustment

1. Loosen each bolt slightly.




2. Adjust the hood (A) 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 (B).
- Turn the hood edge cushions (C), as necessary, to make the hood fit flush with the body at the front and side edges.

3. Adjust the hood latch (D) to obtain the proper height at the forward edge, and move the hood latch right or left until the striker (E) is centered in the hood latch.
4. Tighten each bolt securely.
5. Check that the hood opens properly and locks securely.
6. For some models, check that the security system operates properly with the hood opened and closed.
7. Apply body paint to the hinge mounting bolts and around the hinges.




8. Apply multipurpose grease to the hood latch (A) and hood hinge (B) as indicated by the arrows.