Hood: Adjustments

HOOD

HOOD ASSEMBLY : Adjustment











Revision: March 20122013 Infiniti JX
Check the clearance and the surface height between hood and each part by visual inspection and tactile feel.
If the clearance and the surface height are out of specification, adjust them according to the adjustment procedures.
Unit: mm (in)






HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

1.Loosen the hood lock assembly bolts.
2.Adjust the surface height of hood assembly to front bumper fascia and front fender according to the specified values by rotating hood bumper rubber.
3.Temporarily tighten hood lock assembly bolts.
4.Adjust (A) and (B) as shown to the following value with hood's own weight by dropping it from approximately 200 mm (7.87 in) height or by pressing hood lightly [approximately 29 N (3.0 kg-f, 6.5 ft-lb)].










5.After adjustment, tighten hood hinge nuts and bolts to the specified torque.

CAUTION:
- Check hood hinge rotating part for poor lubrication. If necessary, apply a suitable multi-purpose grease.
- After adjusting, apply touch-up paint (body color) onto the head of hood hinge bolts and nuts.

CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT

1.Loosen hood hinge nuts and bolts.
2.Loosen the hood lock assembly bolts.
3.Adjust the hood assembly so the clearance measurements are within specifications.
4.Tighten the hood hinge nuts and bolts to specified torque.
5.Tighten the hood lock assembly bolts to specified torque.
Revision: March 20122013 Infiniti JX