Hood Assembly - Remove And Replace: Notes

Last modified: 30/05/2024 08:01:05

Fig 1: Hood Assembly Component Location

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NOTE: See PERSONAL PROTECTION to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

1080562-00-A Telescoping Hood Prop

This procedure assumes the hood striker, hinges, bump stops, and plugs are undamaged. Inspect these components from the old hood and if necessary, replace with new parts.

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS - HOOD ASSEMBLY (REMOVE AND REPLACE)

Description	Torque Value	Recommended Tools	Reuse/Replace
Nuts (x4) that attach the LH and RH hood strut brackets to the hood	15 N.m (11.1 lbs-ft)	Ratchet/torque wrench 3 in extension 13 mm socket Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench	Reuse
Nuts (x4) that attach the hood to the LH and RH hood hinges	15 N.m (11.1 lbs-ft)	Ratchet/torque wrench 3 in extension 13 mm socket Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench	Reuse
Bolts (x2) that attach the hood striker to the hood	18 N.m (13.3 lbs-ft)	3 in extension Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver 10 mm socket Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench	Reuse