Hood Adjustment

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Loosening Hinge To Body Bolts To Adjust Hood Fore Or Aft

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Loosen the hinge to body bolts to adjust the hood fore and aft, and cross-vehicle. Position the hood as needed.

Fig 2: Tightening Hinge Bolts For Hood Bumpers

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Adjust the hood bumpers to adjust the hood up and down at the front of the hood.

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.

Tighten the hinge bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the hinge-to-body bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).