ENGINE HOOD COURTESY SWITCH INSTALLATION


  1. INSTALL HOOD LOCK ASSEMBLY


    1. A003TNW

      Apply MP grease to the sliding areas of the lock.

    2. Install the hood lock assembly with the 3 bolts.

      Torque:
      7.5 N*m  { 77 kgf*cm, 66 in.*lbf }

    3. Connect the hood lock control cable.

    4. Connect the connector.

  2. INSPECT HOOD SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. Check that the clearance measurements of areas A through F are within each standard range.

      A003S12E01
      Standard Clearance
      Area Measurement Area Measurement
      A 3.1 to 6.1 mm (0.122 to 0.240 in.) D -1.4 to 1.6 mm (-0.0551 to 0.0630 in.)
      B -1.5 to 1.5 mm (-0.0591 to 0.0591 in.) E 2.3 to 5.3 mm (0.0906 to 0.209 in.)
      C 1.7 to 4.7 mm (0.0669 to 0.185 in.) F -1.0 to 1.0 mm (-0.0394 to 0.0394 in.)

  3. ADJUST HOOD SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. Horizontally and vertically adjust the hood.


      1. A003S9I

        Loosen the 4 hinge bolts of the hood.

      2. Adjust the clearance between the hood and front fender by moving the hood.

      3. Tighten the 4 hinge bolts after the adjustment.

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

    2. Adjust the height of the front end of the hood using the cushion rubber.


      1. A003RIA

        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 cushion rubber.

    3. Adjust the hood lock.


      1. A003TRF

        Loosen the 3 bolts.

      2. Tighten the bolts after the adjustment.

        Torque:
        7.5 N*m  { 77 kgf*cm, 66 in.*lbf }

      3. Check that the striker can engage with the hood lock smoothly.

  4. INSTALL FRONT BUMPER ASSEMBLY


    1. Connect the 2 fog light connectors.

    2. w/ Headlight Cleaner System:


      1. Fill up washer jar with washer fluid Click here.

    3. A003S2L

      Engage the 6 claws and install the front bumper assembly.

    4. A003T9S

      Install the 4 bolts and 3 clips.

    5. A003TD1

      Install the 6 screws.

    6. A003T5J

      Install the clip.

      Tech Tips

      Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

    7. A003U0CE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Correct
      *2 Incorrect

      Install the pin hold clip.

      Note

      Insert the pin hold clip with the slot aligned vertically. Do not rotate the clip after inserting it. After installation, confirm that the slot is vertical.

      Tech Tips

      Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

    8. Remove the protective tape.

  5. ADJUST FOG LIGHT AIMING

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