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Cross Vehicle Brace Replacement

Fig 1: Cross Vehicle Brace
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Callout Component Name
WARNING:

When a hood hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.

Preliminary Procedure Remove the front compartment side sight shield. Refer to Front Compartment Side Sight Shield Replacement .
1 Cross Vehicle Brace Nut (Qty: 2)
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .


Procedure 
Remove the side trim panels in order to access the cross brace.
Tighten 
80 N.m (59 lb ft)
2 Cross Vehicle Brace Bolt (Qty: 2)
Tighten 
112 N.m (83 lb ft)
3 Cross Vehicle Brace