For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the hood panel. Refer to Hood Replacement .
2. Remove the wheelhouse panel. Refer to Wheelhouse Panel Replacement .
3. Loosen the fender. Refer to Front Fender Replacement .
4. Remove the bolts (2) that retain the hood hinge (1) to the upper rail.
5. Remove the hinge (1) .

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the hood hinge (1) .
2. Install the bolts (2) in order to retain the hinge (1) to the upper rail.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 29 N·m (21 lb ft).

3. Install the fender. Refer to Front Fender Replacement .
4. Install the wheelhouse panel. Refer to Wheelhouse Panel Replacement .
5. Install the hood.
6. Inspect the hood for proper alignment.