HOOD ADJUSTMENT

A0118R5E01

Tech Tips


  • Centering bolts are used to mount the hood hinge and hood lock. The hood and hood lock cannot be adjusted with the centering bolts in. Substitute standard bolts (with washers) for the centering bolts when making adjustments.

  • For bolts without torque specifications, check the standard bolt chart Click here.


  1. ADJUST HOOD


    1. A01173I

      Loosen the 4 hood side hinge bolts.

    2. Move the hood to adjust the clearance to within the standard range Click here.

    3. Tighten the 4 hood side hinge bolts after the adjustment.

      Torque:
      13 N*m  { 133 kgf*cm, 10 ft.*lbf }
    4. A0119EO

      Adjust the height of the hood front end by turning the cushion rubber Click here.

      Tech Tips

      The cushion rubber can be raised and lowered by turning it.

    5. Adjust the hood lock.


      1. A0116W3

        Loosen the 3 bolts.

      2. A0118C4

        Adjust the hood lock position so that the striker can enter it smoothly.

      3. Tighten the 3 bolts after the adjustment.

        Torque:
        7.5 N*m  { 76 kgf*cm, 66 in.*lbf }