Removal and Replacement

HOOD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

WARNING:
- Removing the hood without supporting it could cause the hood to fall and cause serious injury. Always perform the procedure with at least another person to prevent the hood from falling.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Remove the following parts:
a. Front bumper Front Bumper Removal/Installation

b. Front combination light Service and Repair

c. Front fender molding Cowl Grille Removal/Installation

d. Side step molding

e. Front fender panel Service and Repair

3. After loosening bolt A and removing bolt B, remove the hood in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure.






4. Remove bolt C, and remove the hood hinge in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure.






5. Install in the reverse order of removal.

6. When installing the hood, adjust the hood by moving the hood hinge. (See Adjustments)