Hood Latch Support Replacement
Removal Procedure1. Open and support the hood.
2. Remove the radiator grille. Refer to Grille Replacement in Exterior Trim.
3. Remove the primary latch assembly. Refer to Hood Latch Replacement - Primary.
4. Remove the bolts that retain the primary hood latch support bracket to the radiator support.
5. Remove the primary hood latch support from the vehicle.
6. Mark the position of the nuts that retain the latch mounting bracket to the support bracket.
7. Remove the primary latch mounting bracket from the support bracket bolts.
Installation Procedure
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Note in Service Precautions.
1. Install the bolts that retain the primary latch mounting bracket to the support bracket.
Tighten
Tighten the primary latch mounting bracket to the support bracket bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
2. Install the primary latch support bracket to the vehicle.
3. Install the bolts that retain the primary latch support bracket to the radiator support.
Tighten
Tighten the primary latch support bracket to the radiator support bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
4. Install the primary hood latch assembly. refer to Hood Latch Replacement - Primary.
5. Install the radiator grille. Refer to Grille Replacement in Exterior Trim.
6. Close the hood.