XJ (X351) V8-5.0L SC (2010)
Hood Latch: Service and Repair
Hood Latch Panel Mounting Bracket
Hood Latch Panel Mounting Bracket
Removal
1. The hood latch panel mounting bracket is a category B repair.
2.
NOTE:
The hood latch panel mounting bracket is manufactured from aluminium alloy 6014-T6/7.
The hood latch panel mounting bracket is serviced as a separate bolt-on panel.
3. The hood latch panel mounting bracket is replaced in conjunction with:
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Front bumper cover
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Hood latch panel
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Front fender(s)
4. For additional information relating to this repair procedure please see the following: For additional information, refer to Health and Safety
Precautions
For additional information, refer to Body Repairs
For additional information, refer to Corrosion Protection
For additional information, refer to Body and Frame
5. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Battery Disconnect and Connect
6. Remove the hood latch panel. For additional information, refer to Hood Latch Panel See: Hood Latch Panel
7. Remove the hood latch panel mounting bracket.
Installation
1. Loosely install the hood latch panel mounting bracket.
2. Offer up the hood latch panel. Check alignment, if correct, proceed to next step, if not rectify and recheck before proceeding.