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Removal Procedure

  1. Open and support the hood.
  2. Using a wax pencil, scribe the location of the hood hinge on the hood.
  3. Apply tape to corners of panel and adjacent surfaces to help prevent paint damage.
  4. Fig 1: Removing & Installing Hood Hinge
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  5. Remove the hood. Refer to Hood Replacement .
  6. Remove the fender. Refer to Fender Replacement - Front .
  7. Remove the bolts (1) that secure the hinge to the motor compartment.
  8. Remove the hinge from the vehicle.