Hood: Service and Repair

Hood Replacement

Removal Procedure






Notice: When removing body panels, apply tape to corners of panel and adjacent surfaces to help prevent paint damage.

1. Open the hood.
2. Place protective covering over the adjacent body panels.
3. Remove the sound insulator retainers (3) from the hood.
4. Remove the sound insulator (2) from the hood.
5. Remove the hood hinge bolts from the upper hood hinges (1) with an assistant.
6. Remove the hood from the vehicle with an assistant.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the hood to the vehicle with an assistant.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the hood hinge bolts to the upper hood hinges (1).

Tighten the bolts to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

3. Install the sound insulator (2) to the hood.
4. Install the sound insulator retainers (3) to the hood.
5. Remove protective covering from the body panels.
6. Adjust the hood. Refer to Hood Adjustment.