Hood Panel

CAUTION: When a hood hold-open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.

NOTE: When removing body panels, apply tape to corners of panel and adjacent surfaces to help prevent damage.

Hood Replacement: Removal Procedure:

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Scribe the location of the hinges to the frame rails.
2. Disconnect the under hood light electrical wire connector located at the front of the right frame rail.
3. With the aid of a helper, support the hood assembly.
4. Remove the struts from the upper ball studs.
5. Remove the nuts attaching the hinge to the frame rail.

Hood Replacement: Removal Procedure:

6 Remove the hood.
7. Transfer parts as necessary.

Hood Replacement: Installation Replacement:

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. With the aid of a helper position the hood with hinges to the scribe marks on the frame rails.
2. Install the nuts attaching the hinge to the frame rail.

Tighten
Tighten the hinge to frame rail nuts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in General Information.

3. Install the struts.
4. Connect the underhood light electrical connection.
5. Adjust the hood fit as necessary.