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Installation Procedure

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  1. Position the hood to the vehicle, with an assistant.
  2. Align the hood hinges to the alignment marks on the hood.
  3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the hood hinge to hood bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the hood hinge to hood bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  5. Fig 1: Hood Hinges & Bolts
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  6. Install the hood assist rods. Refer to Assist Rod Replacement - Hood .
  7. Adjust the hood. Refer to Hood Adjustment .