REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION



Post-installation operation
  • Clearance check around the hood (Refer to .)
  • Adjustment of the hood level and hood striker engagement (Refer to .)
  • Adjustment of hood height (Refer to .)






Damper removal


1.
Damper



Hood latch and hood lock release cable removal steps


2.
Hood latch
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3.
Hood lock release handle


·
Cowl side trim (driver’s side) (Refer to GROUP 52A - Interior Trim .)


·
Front splash shield (driver’s side) (Refer to .)

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4.
Hood lock release cable



Hood removal steps


5.
Hood insulator


·
Windshield washer hose and washer nozzles (Refer to GROUP 51 - Windshield Washer .)


6.
Hood


7.
Hood support rod



Hood hinge removal


6.
Hood


8.
Hood hinge

REMOVAL SERVICE POINT



<<A>> HOOD LOCK RELEASE HANDLE REMOVAL



1.Insert a flat-tipped screwdriver as shown.
2.Pull up the lever.
3.Slide the hood lock release handle out to remove.

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT



>>A<< HOOD LOCK RELEASE CABLE INSTALLATION



Engage the hood lock release cable as shown.