Hood Hinge: Service and Repair

Hood Hinge Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Raise and suitably support the hood.
2. Install protective covers over the front fenders in order to prevent paint damage.
3. Mark the position of the following in order to ease in the reassembly process:

* The hood hinges (4) to the hood (1)
* The hood hinges (4) to the cowl

Notice: Refer to Tape Corners of Panel Notice in Cautions and Notices.

4. Remove the 2 bolts (3) that retain each hood hinge (4).
5. Remove the hood (1) from the vehicle.
6. Remove the 2 bolts (5) that retain the hood hinge (4).

Notice: Anti-corrosion compounds have been applied to the interior surfaces of some metal panels to provide rust resistance. When servicing these panels in areas on which this material has been disturbed, or when installing new panels, avoid corrosion damage by coating with anti-corrosion compound.

7. Remove the hood hinge (4) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

1. Install the hood hinge (4) to the vehicle by positioning the hinge according to the markings made on the cowl. Secure the hood hinge with the 2 bolts (5).

Tighten the hood hinge bolts to 27 Nm (20 lb ft).

2. Install the hood (1) to the hood hinge by positioning the hood according to the markings made on the hood. Secure the hood to each hinge (4) with the 2 retaining bolts (3). Do not completely tighten the bolts.
3. Adjust the hood to air inlet grille clearance, the hood to headlamp clearance and the hood to front fender clearance. Refer to Body Front End Adjustment Specifications ().




4. Turn the hood front bumpers (1) for vertical alignment.

Tighten the hood retaining bolts to 27 Nm (20 lb ft).

5. Remove the protective covers from the front fenders.
6. Lower the hood.