For 1990-2009 cars

1. Loosen the hinge-to-body bolts to adjust the hood fore and aft, and cross-vehicle. Position the hood as needed.
2. Adjust the hood latch and hood bumpers to adjust the hood up and down at the front of the hood.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

3. Tighten the hinge and latch bolts.

Tighten

• | Tighten the hinge-to-hood bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

• | Tighten the hinge-to-body bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

• | Tighten the hood latch fastener to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).