Removal Procedure
- NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.
Windshield Wiper Arm Finish Cap - Left Side and Right Side (1) - Remove [2x]
- Windshield Wiper Arm Nut - Left Side and Right Side (2) - Remove [2x]
- Windshield Wiper Arm - Left Side and Right Side (3) - Remove [2x]
- NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.
Apply two layers of masking tape around the top edge of the service part to prevent paint damage.
- Air Inlet Grille Panel Extension - Left Side and Right Side (1) - Remove [2x]
- NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.
Hood Rear Outer Air Inlet Seal Retainer - Left Side and Right Side (1) - Remove [4x]
- Hood Rear Outer Air Inlet Seal - Left Side and Right Side (2) - Remove [2x]
Front Compartment Side Sight Shield Retainer (1) - Remove [2x]
- Front Compartment Side Sight Shield (2) - Remove
Air Inlet Grille Panel Retainer (1) - Remove [6x]
- Disconnect the windshield washer nozzle hose from the windshield washer pump hose.
- Lift the front edge of the air inlet grille panel (2) and slide the panel forward from both hood hinges to remove.
Hood Hinge Nut (1) - Remove [4x]
- With the aid of an assistant, remove the hood (2).
Active Hood Hinge Actuator Nut (1) - Remove [2x]
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
- Active Hood Hinge Actuator (2) - Remove
Hood Hinge Bolt (1) - Remove [3x]
- Hood Hinge (2) - Remove