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Hood Lock Adjustment

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  1. Remove the front grille. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
  2. Move the hood lock to the left or right so that striker center is vertically aligned with hood lock center (when viewed from vehicle front).
  3. Make sure the secondary latch is properly engaged with the secondary striker with hood's own weight by dropping it from approx. 200 mm (7.87 in) height or by pressing it lightly approx. 29 N (3 kg-f, 6.5 ft-lb).
    CAUTION: Do not drop the hood from 300 mm (11.81 in) height or higher.
    Fig 1: Identifying Hood Lock Adjustment Dimensions
    G04895637Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  4. After adjusting hood lock, tighten the lock bolts to the specified torque.
    Fig 2: Hood Lock Bolts With Torque Specifications
    G04912692Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  5. Install the front grille. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
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