Hood Lock: Inspection
NOTE:
If the hood lock cable is bent or deformed, replace it.
- Check that secondary latch is properly engaged with secondary striker [6.8 mm (0.268 in)] by hood weight.
- While operating hood opener, carefully check that the front end of hood is raised by approximately 20 mm (0.787 in). Also check that hood opener returns to the original position.
- Check that hood opener operating is condition 49 N (5.0 kg, 11.0 lb) or less.
- Install so that static closing force of hood is 94 - 490 N (9.6 - 50.0 kg, 21.1 - 110 lb).NOTE:
- Exert vertical force on right side and left side of hood lock.
- Do not simultaneously press both sides.
- Check the hood lock lubrication condition. If necessary, apply body grease to hood lock.