Hinge, Hood: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
It is not necessary to remove the hood to replace the hood hinges. Hood hinges can be replaced one at a time.
- Using a grease pencil or equivalent, mark the position of the hood hinge (1) on the hood for the hinge being serviced.
- Support the hood and disconnect the gas prop from the hood. Refer to PROP, GAS, REMOVAL .
- Remove the two nuts (2) that secure the hood to the hood hinge.
- Remove the wheelhouse splash shield. Refer to REMOVAL .
- Remove the bolts (4) that secure the hood hinge (1) to the fender rail (3).
- Slide the hood hinge forward and remove the hinge.