Bonnet lid - alignment
- Make
- Fiat
- Model
- Croma Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 2005–2010
- Section
- Compartment covers › Bonnet lid - alignment
BONNET LID - ALIGNMENT
Lift the bonnet and support it.
Carry out the operations described below to adjust the bonnet lid in a vertical direction:
Check and, if necessary, alter the height of the buffers.
1. Loosen the bolts fixing the bonnet lock.
Proceed with adjusting the position of the bonnet, making use of the slotted openings for the bolts fixing the bonnet lock and hinges.
The arrows indicate the possible adjustments for the bonnet.
If necessary, alter the height of the buffers.
When the adjustment is completed, tighten the bolts fixing the bonnet lock and hinges to torque.
| Component | Fastening | dia | Value (daNm) | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOVING HINGES ON BONNET | Bolt | M8 | 0,96 ÷ 1,44 |
If the adjustments indicated in the previous points are insufficient, adjust the position of the bonnet hinges as described below.
1. Using the special tool, release the fixing buttons (1a) and remove the covers (1b) for the windscreen base trim.
| Tool | Description | Function | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1878077000 | Knife | Retainer removal |
Op. 7210E22 R.R. WINDSCREEN BASE TRIM
1. Loosen the fixing bolts (1a) and adjust the position of the bonnet hinges (1b) until the alignment is correct.
The arrows indicate the possible adjustments for the bonnet hinges.
When the adjustment is completed, tighten the bolts fixing the bonnet hinges to the side panel.
| Component | Fastening | dia | Value (daNm) | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WING TO LIGHT CLUSTER BASE MOUNTING BRACKET | Bolt | M8 | 6,4 ÷ 9,6 |
Repaint the area of the hinges.
Op. 7210E22 R.R. WINDSCREEN BASE TRIM
Position the covers for the windscreen base trim and fit the securing buttons.
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