Installation Procedure
- Install the hood hinge (1) to the vehicle, aligning the mating marks. Secure the hinge with the 2 mounting bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the hinge bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
- Install the left front fender, if removed. Refer to Front Fender Replacement - Left Side .
- Install the right front fender, if removed. Refer to Front Fender Replacement - Right Side .
- Install the air inlet grille panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
- Install the hood. Refer to Hood Replacement .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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IMPORTANT:
When replacing the hood hinge, apply anti-corrosion treatment to the hinge and the body mating surface, and to the hinge and the hood mating surface. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair
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