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Hinge - Hood - LH - Remove And Replace: Removal

  1. Remove the hood assembly. See Hood Assembly (Remove and Install) .
  2. Mark the installed position of the hinge to the hood.
  3. Remove the nuts (x2 or x3) that secure the LH hinge to the hood (torque 24 N.m/17.7 ft-lbs.).
    CAUTION: Protect exterior paint work from possible damage during this procedure.
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  4. Remove LH hood hinge.
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