Hood Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

The hood may fall and injure you. Always perform these procedures together with at least another person.

To remove the hood hinge, remove the front fender panel. (See FRONT FENDER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove in the order indicated in the table.

Fig 1: Removing Hood - With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Adjust the hood. (See HOOD ADJUSTMENT .)