Ford Explorer: Front End Body Panels / Removal and Installation - Hood

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1. Detach the windshield washer hose coupling.
   

1. Detach the windshield washer hose pin-type retainers from the hood hinge.
   

1. On both sides.
   Index-mark the hood hinge location to aid in hood installation.
   

1. Remove the nuts and the hood.
   Torque: 159 lb.in (18 Nm)

1. NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

   Remove the pin-type retainers and the hood insulation.
   

1. NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

   Detach the retainers, couplings and remove the windshield washer hose.
   

1. NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

   Remove the nuts and the striker latch.
   Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)

1. NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

   Remove the pin-type retainers and the weatherstrip.
   

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. Check the hood alignment. Align the hood as necessary.
   Refer to: Hood Alignment (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).