Scheme 5
Scheme 6
- Remove the front fender trim (see «FRONT FENDER TRIM REPLACEMENT»(/acura/tl/iii-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#exterior-trim__front-fender-trim-replacement) ) and the hood hinge covers.
- Slightly loosen each hood hinge bolt.
- Adjust the hood alignment in this sequence. Adjust the hood right and left, as well as forward and rearward, by using the elongated holes on the hood hinge (A). Turn the hood edge cushions (B), as necessary, to make the hood fit flush with the body at the front and side edges.
- Remove the front bulkhead cover (see «FRONT GRILLE LOWER MOLDING REPLACEMENT»(/acura/tl/iii-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#exterior-trim) ), and release the upper portion of the hood latch cover (C). Adjust the hood latch (D) to obtain the proper height at the forward edge, and move the hood latch right or left until the striker (E) is centered in the hood latch.
- Tighten the bolts to the specified torque.
- Check that the hood opens properly and closes securely.
- Apply touch-up paint to the hinge mounting bolts and around the hinges, and let the paint dry.
- Apply multipurpose grease to the hood latch and hood hinge as indicated by the arrows.
- Reinstall all of the removed parts.
Scheme 7
Scheme 7: Hood Support Strut Replacement
- While an assistant supports the hood, use a flat-tip screwdriver (A) to pry out the clips (B) on both ends of the hood support struts (C), and then remove the support struts from the pivot bolts (D). Do not remove the clips from the struts. NOTE: Use eye protection when doing this procedure.
- Push the clips back into their original position, and then push the ends of the struts onto the pivots bolts.
Scheme 8
Scheme 8: Hood Seal Replacement
- Using a clip remover, detach the clips, then remove the hood seal (A) and hood corner seals (B). Take care not to scratch the hood.
- Install the seals in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Check for damaged or stress-whitened clips, and replace them with new ones. Push the clips into place securely.
Scheme 9
Scheme 9: Hood Insulator Replacement
- Using a clip remover, detach the clips. Release the hooks (A, B), then remove the hood insulator (C). Take care not to scratch the hood.
- Install the insulator in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Check for damaged or stress-whitened clips, and replace them with new ones. Push the clips into place securely.
