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Alfa Romeo 145/146 Factory Service Manual (1994-1999)11 · Bodywork
11 · Body & interior

Bonnet

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
145/146 Factory Service Manual
Year
1994–1999
Section
Bonnet / boot › Bonnet
BodyworkBonnet

BONNET

REMOVAL/REFITTING

NOTE: Avoid damaging the paintwork during removal or installation of the bonnet.

  • Open the bonnet and support it properly with the appropriate rod.
  • Disconnect the negative cable (-) from the battery.
  1. Loosen the screws securing the hinges to the bonnet.
Bonnet hinge with screws 1 to be loosened

6 ÷ 7 Nm
0.6 ÷ 0.8 kgm

  1. Remove the bonnet support rod after completely unscrewing the screws securing the hinges.
Raised bonnet with the hinge screws 1 and support rod

ADJUSTMENT

  1. Loosen the screws securing the bonnet to the hinges and adjust for height.
Bonnet hinge screws 1 with arrow showing height adjustment

NOTE: If the above adjustment is not sufficient further adjustment can be made following the procedure described in the specific paragraph.

  1. Loosen the nut securing the adjustment pin.
  2. Tighten or loosen the adjustment rod as required.
  • Tighten the locking nut on the adjustment pin after checking that it is in the correct position.
Bonnet adjustment pin 1 and rod 2 with arrows showing adjustment directions

20 ÷ 25 Nm
2.1 ÷ 2.6 kgm

Parts & tools for this job For 1994 Alfa Romeo 145/146

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