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.


Notice: When the hood is removed from the vehicle, do not stand the hood on the rear corners. Damage to the paint and sheet metal may occur.






1. Install the protective coverings over the fenders in order to prevent damage to the paint when removing or installing the hood.
2. Open and support the hood.
3. Mark the location of the hood hinge to the hood (1, 2) for alignment when re-installing the hood.




4. Remove the hood bolts from each side of the hood at the hinge.
5. Remove the hood from the hood hinges with an assistant.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the hood to the hood hinges with an assistant.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.


2. Install the hood bolts to each side of the hood at the hinge.

Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb in).

3. Remove the protective coverings from the adjacent body panels.
4. Align the hood, if required. Refer to Hood Adjustment (Adjustments) .