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Hood - Installation






INSTALLATION






NOTE: The Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) label(s) must be in place for the life of the vehicle. When replacing the component in which the VECI label is adhered, a new VECI label must also be adhered to the new component.

1. Position the hood (1) onto the hood hinges (3) and loosely install the two bolts (2) that secure the hood to each hood hinge (3).
2. Align the hood to the hood hinges (3) using the reference marks made during the removal procedure and tighten the bolts to 28 Nm (21 ft. lbs.).





3. Install the support cylinders (2) to the hood Gas Prop - Installation.
4. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
5. If required, adjust the hood to the correct position.