41 61 014 Adjusting Engine Bonnet/Hood
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Read contents of Body, General . Refer to 41 0 Contents Of Body, General .
The specified gap dimensions serve as the basis for adjustment tasks. Refer to BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .
Make unpainted surfaces visible by also moving the hinges. Touch these up in the appropriate color.
NOTE:
Carry over schematic representation to the relevant vehicle type.
Loosen screws (1) and (2) on left and right hinges.
Hood lid must be able to be moved.
NOTE:
If the adjustment range is not sufficient, release retaining screws of engine hood hinge on body and move hinge.
Locks and retaining hook must snap correctly into place.
Adjust engine hood.
NOTE:
Vertical adjustment
of engine hood to side panel by means of stop pads. Refer to 51 23... ADJUSTING/REPLACING BUMP STOPS
.
NOTE:
Height adjustment of bonnet to front wall:
Release screw (1) and remove cover (2).
Height adjustment by turning at closing hooks (3).
Tighten down all screw connections again.
Tightening torque, see 41 61 1AZ in 41 61 ENGINE BONNET/HOOD .
IMPORTANT:
Check function of retaining hook.