For 1990-2009 cars

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- The hood hinges are bolted to the inner fender and to the hood.

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- Make fore and aft adjustments by elongating the hood-side hinge holes.

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- Make vertical adjustments at the front by adjusting the hood bumpers up or down.

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- Gap tolerances are 2-6 mm (0.1-0.22 in).

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- Flush tolerances are 0-2 mm (0-0.06 in).

1. Open the hood.
2. Loosen the hinge to hood bolts.
3. Adjust the hood to the fender position.
4. Close the hood.
5. Inspect the hood alignment.
6. Open the hood.
7. Adjust the hood as needed.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

8. Install the hinge to the hood bolts.

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

9. Adjust the hood bumpers.
10. Close the hood.