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Adjustment of Clearance Around Hood




ADJUSTMENT OF CLEARANCE AROUND HOOD





Detach the fender hole cover Windshield Wiper Removal and Installation). Then loosen the hood hinge mounting nuts and bolts as shown, and adjust the hood by moving it until the clearance around it is even.





NOTE:
If the hood hinge mounting bolt washers are welded, grind off the welding according to the procedure below beforehand.
1. Remove the hood hinge (Refer Service and Repair).

2. Use a chisel or grinder to release the hood hinge mounting bolt washer, which is welded to the hood hinge.

3. On completion, paint the affected area with a suitable touch-up brush to prevent corrosion.

4. Install the hood hinge (Refer Service and Repair).