Hood (G1276190): Installation

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NOTE:
- This step requires the aid of another technician.
- If the hood hinges are deformed as a result of the pedestrian protection system deployment, they will need to be replaced.
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Offer up the panel and loosely install the hood hinge retaining nuts.
Check alignment, if correct, proceed to next step, if not, rectify and recheck before proceeding.
CAUTION: Make sure to protect the paintwork.

NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.

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Torque: 17 Nm
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Loosely install both hood strikers.
Gently close the hood so that the strikers are aligned to the latches.
Check alignment, if correct, proceed to next step, if not, rectify and recheck before proceeding.
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Torque: 11 Nm
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Torque: 9 Nm