Hood Adjustment: Adjustment

NOTE: How to read the torque specifications

1. Both Side Cowl Covers - Remove
2. Hood - Adjust

   1. Slightly loosen the hood hinge mounting bolts (A) and the hood latch mounting bolts (B).

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   2. Adjust the hood (C) alignment in the following sequence:

   • Adjust the hood right and left, as well as forward and rearward, by using the elongated holes in the hood hinges (D).
   • Turn the hood edge cushions (E), in or out as necessary, to make the hood fits flush with the body at the front and the side edges.

   3. Adjust the latch (F) to obtain the proper height at the front edge, and move the latch right or left until the striker (G) is centered in the latch.

   4. Tighten each bolt to the specified torque.

   5. Make sure the hood opens properly and locks securely.

   6. Apply touch-up paint to the hinge mounting bolts and around the hinges, and let the paint dry.

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   7. Apply multipurpose grease to the hood latch (A) and the hood hinges (B) as indicated by the arrows.

3. All Removed Parts - Install

   1. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.