The hood hinges are bolted to the fender and the hood. Fore-aft adjustment may be made by elongating the hood-side hinge holes. Vertical adjustment at the front may be made by adjusting the hood bumpers up or down. Gap tolerances are 2-6 mm (0.08-0.22 in) and flush tolerances are 0-2 mm (0-0.08 in).

1. Open the hood.



2. Loosen the hood hinge to hood bolts. Refer to Hood Replacement .
3. Adjust the hood to the fender position.
4. Close the hood.
5. Check the alignment.
6. Open the hood.
7. Adjust the hood as needed.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

8. Tighten the hood hinge to hood bolts.

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




9. Adjust the hood bumpers.
10. Close the hood.