Hood Alignment

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Raise and support the hood.
Loosen the hood hinge-to-hood bolts.

Fig 1: Locating Hood Hinge-To-Hood Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Move the hood forward or rearward and from side-to-side as required for correct hood fit. For additional information, refer to Margins in BODY REPAIRS .

Fig 2: Adjusting Hood Fitting
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Tighten the hood hinge-to-hood bolts.
- To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 3: Locating Hood Hinge-To-Hood Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Adjust the hood height using the hood adjustment bumpers until flush with the fenders. Check the hood operation for correct latching. If not latching correctly, adjust the hood latch.