The hood is heavy and somewhat awkward to remove and install, so at least two people should perform this procedure. To begin, use blankets or pads to cover the cowl area of the body and
Fenders to protect the body and paint as the hood is lifted off. Make marks or scribe a line around the hood hinge to ensure proper alignment during installation, and disconnect any cables or wires that will interfere with removal, including the support cylinders if equipped. Have an assistant support one side of the hood while you support the other, and simultaneously remove the hinge-to-hood nuts, supporting the hood with your shoulder while removing the bolts. Lift off the hood and for installation, reverse the removal steps. For adjustment, fore-and-aft and side-to-side alignment of the hood can be achieved by moving the hinge plate slot after loosening the bolts or nuts. Mark around each hinge plate to determine the amount of movement, then loosen the bolts or nuts and adjust the hood into the correct alignment, tightening the hinge bolts and carefully lowering the hood to check the position. If necessary, the
Hood Latch can be adjusted up-and-down and side-to-side on the radiator support to ensure the hood closes securely and flush with the fenders. To adjust the latch, scribe a line or mark around the mounting bolts for reference, loosen them, reposition the latch as needed, and retighten the bolts, checking the fit afterward. Finally, adjust the hood bumpers on the radiator support so the hood is flush with the fenders when closed, and periodically lubricate the hood latch assembly and hinges with white, lithium-base grease to prevent binding and wear.