Installation

INSTALLATION

1. If necessary, paint new hinge before installation.




2. Install upper hood hinge attaching hinge to hood finger tight, if necessary.




3. Install lower hood hinge attaching hinge to cowl finger tight, if necessary.




4. Place hood in position on vehicle. With assistance from a helper at the opposite side of the vehicle to support the hood, install pivot bolts and bushings to hold upper and lower hinge halves together and tighten bolt to 28 Nm (250 in. lbs.) torque.
5. Install cowl plenum grille Installation.
6. When installing hood, align all marks and secure bolts. The hood should be aligned. .
7. Verify hood operation and alignment.
8. Tighten hinge to body bolts to 9 Nm (80 in. lbs.).
9. Tighten hinge to hood bolts to 14 Nm (120 in. lbs.).
10. Close hood.
11. Remove support from under hood and verify hood operation.