INSTALL ENGINE HOOD COURTESY SWITCH (HOOD LOCK ASSEMBLY) (for LHD)
Apply MP grease to the sliding areas of the hood lock assembly.
Connect the hood lock control cable assembly.
Install the hood lock assembly with the 3 bolts.
Connect the connector.
INSTALL ENGINE HOOD COURTESY SWITCH (HOOD LOCK ASSEMBLY) (for RHD)
Apply MP grease to the sliding areas of the hood lock assembly.
Connect the hood lock control cable assembly.
Install the hood lock assembly with the 3 bolts.
Connect the connector.
INSPECT HOOD SUB-ASSEMBLY
Check that the clearance measurements of areas *1 through *4 are within each standard range.
| Area | Measurement | Area | Measurement |
|---|---|---|---|
| *1 | 2.0 to 6.0 mm (0.0787 to 0.236 in.) | *2 | 2.0 to 6.0 mm (0.0787 to 0.236 in.) |
| *3 | 2.5 to 5.5 mm (0.0984 to 0.217 in.) | *4 | -1.5 to 1.5 mm (-0.0591 to 0.0591 in.) |
ADJUST HOOD SUB-ASSEMBLY
Horizontally and vertically adjust the hood.
Loosen the 4 hinge bolts of the hood.
Adjust the clearance between the hood and front fender by moving the hood.
Tighten the 4 hinge bolts after the adjustment.
Adjust the height of the front end of the hood using the cushion rubbers.
Adjust the 2 cushion rubbers so that the heights of the hood and fender are aligned.
Tech Tips
Raise or lower the front end of the hood by turning the 2 cushion rubbers.
Adjust the hood lock.
Loosen the 3 bolts.
Tighten the bolts after the adjustment.
Check that the striker can engage with the hood lock smoothly.