Hood Hinge: Service and Repair

Hood Hinge Replacement

Removal Procedure






Caution: When a hood hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.

1. Open the hood.
2. Place a suitable support between the hood and the air inlet grille panel.
3. Using a grease pencil, mark the position of the hood hinge.
4. Remove the hinge bolts and the hinge.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the hood hinge to the alignment marks on the vehicle.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the hood hinge to body bolts.

Tighten the hood hinge to body bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

3. Remove the hood to air inlet grille panel support.
4. Slowly lower the hood.
5. Inspect the hood alignment. Align the hood if necessary.
6. Tighten the hinge to hood bolts.

Tighten the hinge to hood bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

7. Close the hood.