Front Hood Hinge

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: The front hood panel is very heavy. Always work with two persons when removing/installing the damper stay and hood hinges.

Remove the front hood damper.
Remove the bolts and front hood panel.

Fig 1: Locating Front Hood Panel Mounting Bolts
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Detach the tabs and remove the cowl side panel front.

Fig 2: Identifying Cowl Side Panel Front Tabs
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1. Detach tabs (A), (B), and (C) from the vehicle exterior.
2. Detach tabs (D) and (E).
Remove the front hood hinge bolts.

Fig 3: Locating Front Hood Hinge Bolts
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