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Hood Adjustment

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    Fig 1: View Of Hood Hinges
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  1. Loosen the fasteners (2) that secure the hood to the hood hinges (1).
  2. Adjust the hood in order to obtain an even gap on both sides between the hood and the fenders and so that the hood is flush with both fenders on the front edge.
  3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  4. Tighten the fasteners (2) in order to secure the hood to the hood hinges (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the fasteners to 9 N.m (80 lb in).