Installation Procedure

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Install the hood hinge to the hood. Refer to Hood Hinge Replacement .

Fig 1: View Of Hood, Hinge & Bolts

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With an assistant, install the hood (1) to the vehicle.

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .

Install the pivot bolt (3).
Tighten: Tighten the pivot bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
Lower the hood.

Fig 2: View Of Cowl Vent Grille Panel Outboard Section

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Install the outboard section of the cowl vent grille panel.
Raise the hood.

Fig 3: View Of Hood, Hinge & Bolts

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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).

Fig 4: Hood Ground Strap & Nut

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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).
Lower the hood.