41 61 000 Removing And Installing Hood/Bonnet

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WARNING: Danger of injury!
Support engine hood in fully opened position with suitable apparatus.

IMPORTANT: Removal of the hood/bonnet must be carried out with the assistance of a second person.

NOTE: Carry over schematic representation to the relevant vehicle type.

Release nuts (1).

Remove hood lid.

Installation:

Install engine hood at screw locations to on hinge. This dispenses with the need for adjustment after installation.

If this is not possible, adjust engine hood . See 41 61 014 ADJUSTING ENGINE BONNET/HOOD .

Fig 1: Identifying Nuts

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