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Hood: Service and Repair



76.16.01.99 Bonnet

Remove

1. Support bonnet in open position.
2. Fit protection covers to wings and mark hinge outline on bonnet if bonnet is to be refitted.







3. Disconnect windscreen washer tube at elbow joint.
4. With assistance, remove bolts securing hinges to bonnet and remove bonnet.

Refit

1. With assistance, position bonnet to hinges. Fit and lightly tighten bolts.
2. Connect windscreen washer tube.
3. Close bonnet. Check that bonnet is aligned to both front wings and that gaps are equal. If necessary, adjust bonnet alignment and/or gaps.
4. Finally tighten hinge bolts to 9 Nm (7 lbf.ft).