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Alfa Romeo GTV and Spider (916) Factory Service Manual (1995-2000)15 · 70 Bodywork
15 · Body & interior

Complete bonnet removal/refitting

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
GTV / Spider GTV and Spider (916) Factory Service Manual
Year
1995–2000
Section
Bonnet › Complete bonnet removal/refitting
70 BodyworkComplete bonnet removal/refitting

COMPLETE BONNET REMOVAL/REFITTING

CAUTION: During removal (or refitting) avoid damaging the paintwork. – Support the bonnet appropriately.

  1. Open the retainer clips and disconnect the heads of the telescopic props from the ball pins.
Diagram showing disconnection of telescopic prop heads from ball pins.
  1. Slacken the two nuts fastening the bonnet to each hinge
  2. Remove the bonnet.
Diagram showing nuts and bolts securing the bonnet to hinges with torque specification.

14 ÷ 16 Nm
1.4 ÷ 1.6 Kgm

Refit the bonnet reversing the sequence followed for removal. Adjust the position of the bonnet.

ADJUSTMENT

NOTE: The position of the bonnet should be adjusted together with that of the bumpers (see specific paragraph). Should it be necessary to adjust the position of the bonnet, firstly act on the bonnet fastening screws. If this is not sufficient, work on the upper door-bonnet hinges (see specific paragraph).

  1. Loosen the bonnet fastening screws, on both sides.
  2. Change the position of the bonnet.

– Tighten the screws

Diagram showing adjustment of bonnet position using upper door-bonnet hinges.

Parts & tools for this job For 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV / Spider

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