Hood outer cover (page 4 of 5)

18. Release felt covering from 3rd hood bow.

19. Remove 7 nuts securing outer cover clamp rail to 3rd hood bow.
20. Release clamp rail studs from bow and remove outer cover assembly.
21. Remove clamp rail from outer cover.
22. Remove 4 bolts securing hood frame and with assistance remove hood frame.
23. Invert frame and shake vigorously to remove rivets and swarf from frame.

Refit

1. Position hood frame, fit and tighten bolts.
2. Remove any uneven deposits of adhesive from ’B’ post brackets, clamp rail and header rail using a suitable solvent.
3. Position new outer cover to a soft covered work surface.
4. Fold outer cover in half and chalk centre line to aid alignment.
5. Measure and mark centre line on underside of hood header rail.
6. Apply adhesive to clamp rail and outer cover.

7. Bond clamp rail to outer cover with larger flange towards edge of material.
8. If necessary, apply adhesive to clamp rail and felt covering. Bond covering centrally to clamp rail, ensuring that slotted ends remain free.
9. Position outer cover over raised hood frame and engage clamp rail studs to bow.
10. Secure clamp rail with nuts.
11. Apply adhesive to 3rd hood bow and mating surface of felt covering.

CAUTION: Ensure underside of outer cover does not become contaminated with adhesive.

12. Bond felt covering to 3rd bow, ensuring that slots are correctly positioned around frame straps.