41 61 014 Adjusting Engine Bonnet/Hood

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Read contents of Body, General, see 41 0 Contents of Body, General .

The specified gap dimensions serve as the basis for adjustment tasks.

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.

Fig 1: Screws

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Locks and retaining hook must snap correctly into place.

Adjust engine hood.

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

Fig 2: Locating Engine Hood

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NOTE: Height adjustment of hood lid to front wall:
Release screw (1) and remove cover (2).
Height adjustment by turning at closing hooks (3).

Fig 3: Screws, Cover And Hooks

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Tighten down all screw connections again.

Tightening torque: 41 61 1AZ, see 41 61 ENGINE BONNET/HOOD .

IMPORTANT: Check function of retaining hook.