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Hood Alignment

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  1. 1.

    Open the hood.

  1. 2.

    Loosen the 4 lower hood hinge bolts and the 2 rear fender bolts until the hood will slightly move.
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  1. 3.

    Adjust the hood to align the hood-to-fender gaps. For additional information, refer to Body Repairs .

  1. 4.

    Tighten the 4 lower hood hinge bolts and the 2 rear fender bolts.
    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).

  1. 5.

    NOTE: The adjustable hood bumpers are located in the hood.

    Adjust the hood bumpers so the hood fits flush to the fenders.

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