RAM 3500 Truck 2WD V8-5.7L (2008)
Hood Hinge: Service and Repair
Removal
REMOVAL
NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the hood to replace the hood hinges. Hood hinges can be replaced one at a time.
1. Remove the cowl grille See: Cowl/Cowl Moulding / Trim .
2. Using a grease pencil or equivalent, mark the position of the hood hinge (3) on the hood for the hinge being serviced.
3. Support the hood and disconnect the support cylinder from the hood See: Hood Shock / Support/Service and Repair/Removal .
4. Remove the two nuts that secure the hood to the hood hinge.
5. Remove the bolt (2) that secures the front fender (1) to the hood hinge.
6. Remove the wheelhouse splash shield See: Fender/Front Fender/Front Fender Liner/Service and Repair/Removal .
7. Remove the bolts (3) that secure the hood hinge (2) to the fender rail (1).
8. Slide the hood hinge forward and remove the hinge.