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Cross Vehicle Brace Replacement

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Fig 1: Cross Vehicle Brace Replacement
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CAUTION: 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 Procedures: Remove the Front Compartment Side Sight Shield. Refer to Front Compartment Side Sight Shield replacementFront Compartment Side Sight Shield Replacement 
1 Cross Vehicle Brace Nut (Qty: 2)
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Procedure: 
Remove the side trim panels in order to access the cross brace.

Tighten:  25 N.m (18 lb ft)

2 Cross Vehicle Brace bolt (Qty: 2)

Tighten:  25 N.m (18 lb ft)

3 Cross Vehicle Brace