Hood Alignment

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Sable and 2005 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Do not confuse a misaligned hood with a hood latch adjustment.

Raise and support the hood.
Mark the current position of the hood hinges.
Loosen the hood hinge bolts (two each side) enough to allow movement.

Fig 1: Loosening Hood Hinge Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Adjust the hood as needed to correct the misalignment.
Tighten the hood hinge bolts.

Fig 2: Tightening Hood Hinge Bolts

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.