Hinge - Hood - LH - Remove And Replace: Remove
- Remove the hood from the vehicle. See HOOD (REMOVE AND INSTALL) .
- Release the clip that attaches the LH gas strut to the hood hinge, and then remove the strut from the assembly.
- Apply masking tape to the LH hinge location to aid in alignment during install.
- Remove the bolts that attaches the LH hood hinge to the body.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm swivel ball socket
- Remove the LH hood hinge from the vehicle.