41 61 014 Adjusting Engine Bonnet/Hood

IMPORTANT: Do not damage adjoining body parts.
Minor corrections (realignment work) are permitted if the existing adjustment options are not sufficient.

NOTE: Observe gap dimensions . See BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .
Carry over schematic representation to the relevant vehicle type.

Slacken nuts (1) of hinges on left and right.

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.

Fig 1: Identifying Nuts

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Retaining hooks must snap into place in locks.

Adjust engine hood.

NOTE: Vertical adjustment of engine hood to side panel by means of stop pads. See 51 23... ADJUSTING/REPLACING BUMP STOPS .

Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Hooks

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NOTE: Adjust height of hood/bonnet to front bumper by turning nuts (1) on retaining hooks.

Fig 3: Identifying Nuts On Retaining Hooks

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If adjustment is necessary, remove front grille . See 51 13 001 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT RADIATOR GRILLE, MIDDLE LEFT OR RIGHT .

Do not slacken nut (2).

Adjust hood/bonnet by turning spacers (1) on both sides.

Fig 4: Identifying Nut And Spacers

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IMPORTANT: Check function of retaining hook.

After installation:

Touch up unpainted surfaces in the appropriate color.
If necessary, adjust front side panels.