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Hood Latch: Adjustments

Hood Latch Adjustment

Note:  Ensure that you have the proper alignment of the hood to the body before you tighten the hood latch mounting fasteners under the following
conditions:

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After removing the hood latch assembly

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After loosening the mounting bolts

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After changing the hood adjustment

1. With the hood latch attaching fasteners (1) loose, slowly lower the hood onto the latch (2) in order to achieve the proper cross vehicle adjustment

of the hood latch.

2. Raise the hood.

Caution:  Refer to Fastener Caution   .

3. Tighten the fasteners to 9 Nm (80 lb in).

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