For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

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

1. Open the hood.
2. Place a suitable support between the hood and the air inlet grille panel.
3. Using a grease pencil, mark the position of the hood hinge.
4. Remove the front fender. Refer to Front Fender Replacement .
5. Remove the hinge bolts and the hinge.

### Installation Procedure

1. Position the hood hinge to the alignment marks on the vehicle.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Install the hood hinge to body bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the hood hinge to body bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

3. Install the front fender. Refer to Front Fender Replacement .
4. Remove the hood to air inlet grille panel support.
5. Slowly lower the hood.
6. Inspect the hood alignment. Align the hood if necessary. Refer to Hood Adjustment .
7. Tighten the hinge to hood bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the hinge to hood bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

8. Close the hood.