Rendezvous FWD V6-3.5L VIN L (2006)
Hood Hinge: Service and Repair
Hood Hinge Replacement
Removal Procedure
Caution: When a hood hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or
personal injury.
1. Remove the hood. Refer to Hood Replacement (See: Service and Repair) .
2. Remove the hood rear side seal. Refer to Seal Replacement - Hood Rear Side (See: Hood Weatherstrip/Service and Repair) .
3. Remove the hood assist rod. Refer to Assist Rod Replacement - Hood (See: Hood Shock / Support/Service and Repair) .
4. Remove the hood hinge to fender bolts.
5. Remove the hood hinge from the fender.
Installation Procedure
1. Position the hood hinge to the fender.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
2. Install the hood hinge to fender bolts.
Tighten the hood hinge to fender bolts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
3. Install the hood. Refer to Hood Replacement (See: Service and Repair) .
4. Install the hood assist rod. Refer to Assist Rod Replacement - Hood (See: Hood Shock / Support/Service and Repair) .
5. Install the hood rear side seal. Refer to Seal Replacement - Hood Rear Side (See: Hood Weatherstrip/Service and Repair) .
6. Adjust the hood, as required. Refer to Hood Adjustment (See: Adjustments) .
