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41 61... ChECKING HINGE FOR ENGINE COMPARTMENT LID (FOR VEHICLES WITH ACTIVE PEDESTRIAN PROTECTION SYSTEM)

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Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Open and close hinge (1).

Place hinge (1) on a level surface.

Check holes (2) for dimensional accuracy relative to support.

Dimension a=32 mm

Measurement b = 30 mm

Test result Solution
Hinge is stiff Replace hinge
Faulty dimensional accuracy Replace hinge
Fig 1: Checking Hinge For Engine Compartment Lid
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