Ranger 4WD L4-2.3L VIN D (2002)
Hood Latch: Adjustments
1. Verify the hood alignment.
2. Align the hood latch striker.
1
Loosen the hood latch bolts enough to allow for movement of the hood latch.
2
Align the hood latch with the hood latch striker.
3. Tighten the hood latch bolts.
4. Verify that the hood latch striker is fully engaging the hood latch.
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Repeat the procedure as necessary.