Montero Sport LS 2WD V6-3.0L SOHC (1998)
Hood: Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
Symptom Chart
Inspection Procedure 1
Difficult Locking and Unlocking
STEP 1. Check the release cable routed correctly.
Q:
Is the release cable routing condition good?
YES: Go to Step 2.
NO: Repair the release cable. Then go to Step 4.
STEP 2. Check the engagement of the hood latch and hood striker.
Q:
Are the hood latch and hood striker engaged correctly?
YES: Go to Step 3.
NO: Adjust the hood latch and hood striker. Then go to Step 4.
STEP 3. Check for proper lubrication of release cable.
Q:
Is the release cable properly lubricated?
YES: Go to Step 4.
NO: Lubricate, then go to Step 4.
STEP 4. Retest the system.
Q:
Does the hood lock operate easily?
YES: The procedure is complete.
NO: Return to Step 1.
Inspection Procedure 2
Uneven Body Clearance
STEP 1. Check the clearance around the hood.
Q:
Is the clearance around the hood even?
YES: Go to Step 2.
NO: Adjust the hood. Then go to Step 2.
STEP 2. Retest the system.
Q:
Are the clearances between body panels even?
YES: The procedure is complete.
