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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the hood hinge to the hood. Refer to Hood Hinge Replacement .
    2. Fig 1: View Of Hood, Hinge & Bolts
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  2. With an assistant, install the hood (1) to the vehicle.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the pivot bolt (3).

    Tighten:  Tighten the pivot bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  4. Lower the hood.
    5. Fig 2: View Of Cowl Vent Grille Panel Outboard Section
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  5. Install the outboard section of the cowl vent grille panel.
  6. Raise the hood.
    7. Fig 3: View Of Hood, Hinge & Bolts
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  7. Install the bolt (7) holding the hinge to the link assembly.

    Tighten:  Tighten the hinge to link assembly bolt (5) to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    8. Fig 4: Hood Ground Strap & Nut
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  8. Install the hood ground strap and nut. Clip the hangers and the lamp in place.

    Tighten:  Tighten the ground strap nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  9. Lower the hood.
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