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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Hood Hinge Bolts
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  1. Open the hood.
    2. NOTE: When removing body panels, apply tape to corners of panel and adjacent surfaces to help prevent paint damage.
  2. Apply tape to the corners of the hood and the adjacent surfaces.
  3. Mark the upper hood hinge location to the hood with a grease pencil.
  4. Remove the assist rod from the hood. Refer to Hood Open Assist Rod Replacement .
  5. Remove the bolts from the upper hood hinge, with an assistant.
  6. Remove the hood from the vehicle with an assistant.
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