For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Apply tape to the corners of the panels and adjacent surfaces.

Important: When a suitable hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.

2. Remove the hood. Refer to Hood Replacement .
3. Remove the air inlet grille panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
4. Remove the hood hinge to dash and cowl panel brace retaining bolts (1).
5. Remove the hood hinge (2) from the vehicle.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the hood hinge (2) to the vehicle.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Install the hood hinge to dash and cowl panel brace retaining bolts (1).

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

3. Install the air inlet grille panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
4. Install the hood. Refer to Hood Replacement .
5. Adjust the hood as necessary. Refer to Hood Adjustment .
6. Carefully remove the tape from the corners of the panels and adjacent surfaces.