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SECTION 9R

BODY FRONT END

Caution : Disconnect the negative battery cable before removing or installing any electrical unit or when a tool or equipment could easily come in contact with exposed electrical terminals. Disconnecting this cable will help prevent personal injury and damage to the vehicle. The ignition must also be in LOCK unless otherwise noted.

SPECIFICATIONS

Fastener Tightening Specifications

Application
N•m
Lb-Ft
Lb-In
A-Pillar Fender Bolt
10
-
89
Front Fascia-to-Fender Bolts
2.5
-
22
Front of Fender Bolts
10
-
89
Front Wheelhouse Liner Screws
4
-
35
Hinge Bolts
20
15
-
Hood-to-Hinge Bolts
20
15
-
Hood Latch Bolts
12
-
106
Hood Release Handle Screw
2
-
18
Lower Fender Bolts
10
-
89
Radiator Grille Nuts
4.5
-
40
Upper Fender Bolts
10
-
89

SPECIAL TOOLS

Special Tools Table


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KM-475-B
Trim Remover

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

ON-VEHICLE SERVICE

Lubrication

The hood hinges and the locking mechanisms require periodic lubrication for proper operation. Refer to Section 0B, General Information for the specific types and intervals of lubrication.

Fasteners

Notice : Dissimilar metals in direct contact with each other may corrode rapidly. Make sure to use the correct fasteners to prevent premature corrosion.

Many aluminum components are used on current models. Aluminum in contact with steel may corrode rapidly if it is not protected by special finishes or isolators.
The fasteners used have a special finish which provides adequate protection from corrosion. These special fasteners differ in color to easily identify them from the standard metric fasteners, which are medium blue in color.
When replacing fasteners, avoid substituting otherwise similar fasteners in the same location.

Anticorrosion Materials

To provide rust resistance, anticorrosion materials have been applied to the interior surfaces of most of the metal panels. When servicing these panels, properly re-coat them with a service-type anticorrosion material if any of the original material has been disturbed.

Front End Sealing

All locations where waterleaks may occur are sealed during production with high quality, durable sealers. If it becomes necessary to reseal specific areas, use a high quality sealer of medium-bodied consistency which will retain its flexible characteristics after drying and can be painted, if necessary.

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Air Inlet Grill Panel Sealing Strip

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise the hood.
  2. Remove the air inlet grille panel sealing strip.

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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the air inlet grille panel sealing strip.
  2. Close the hood.

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Air Inlet Grille Panel

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise the hood.
  2. Remove the wiper arms. Refer to Section 9D, Wipers/Washer Systems.
  3. Remove the air inlet grille panel sealing strip.
  4. Remove the air inlet grille panel retaining clips, and the two-piece grille.

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Installation Procedure

    Notice : Dissimilar metals in direct contact with each other may corrode rapidly. Make sure to use the correct fasteners to prevent premature corrosion.

  1. Install the two-piece grille with the air inlet grille panel retaining clips.
  2. Install the air inlet grille panel sealing strip.
  3. Install the wiper arms. Refer to Section 9D, Wipers/Washer System.
  4. Lower the hood.

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Hood

Removal Procedure

    Important : Install protective coverings over the fenders and the windshield to prevent damage to the paint, the glass, and the moldings when removing and installing the hood.

  1. Raise and support the hood.
  2. Mark the position of the hinge to the hood to aid in alignment during installation.
  3. Remove the washer hoses from the hood.
  4. Remove the hood struts. Refer to "Hood Struts"in this section.

  5. Remove the bolts retaining the hood to both of the hinges.
  6. With the aid of another technician, remove the hood from the hinges.

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Installation Procedure

  1. With the aid of another technician, position the hood in the location marked during removal.

    2. Notice : Dissimilar metals in direct contact with each other may corrode rapidly. Make sure to use the correct fasteners to prevent premature corrosion.

  2. Install the two bolts securing the hood to each hinge.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the hood-to-hinge bolts to 24 N•m (18 lb-ft).

  3. Install the hood struts. Refer to "Hood Struts"in this section.
  4. Inspect the hood for proper alignment.
  5. Install the washer hoses to the hood.

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Hood Hinges

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the hood. Refer to "Hood" in this section.
  2. Remove the fender. Refer to "Fender" in this section.
  3. Remove the bolts and the hinge.

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Installation Procedure

    Notice : Dissimilar metals in direct contact with each other may corrode rapidly. Make sure to use the correct fasteners to prevent premature corrosion.

  1. Install the hinge with the bolts.

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the hinge bolts to 24 N•m (18 lb-ft).

  2. Install the fender. Refer to "Fender" in this section.
  3. Install the hood. Refer to "Hood" in this section.

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Hood Struts

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and support the hood.
  2. Remove the retaining clips and the hood strut.

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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the retaining clips and the hood strut.
  2. Close the hood.

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Hood Primary Latch Support

Removal Procedure

  1. Open the hood.
  2. Mark the position of the hood latch on the radiator support to aid in alignment during installation.
  3. Remove the radiator grille guide.
  4. Remove the front bumper. Refer to Section 9O, Bumpers and Fascias.
  5. Remove the bolts and the hood latch.
  6. Disconnect the hood release cable.

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Installation Procedure

    Notice : Dissimilar metals in direct contact with each other may corrode rapidly. Make sure to use the correct fasteners to prevent premature corrosion.

  1. Connect the hood release cable to the latch.
  2. Position the hood latch in the location marked during removal.
  3. Install the front bumper. Refer to Section 9O, Bumpers and Fascias.
  4. Install the radiator grille guide.
  5. Install the hood latch with the bolts.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the hood latch bolts to 12 N•m (106 lb-in).

  6. Close the hood.

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Hood Latch Release Cable

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the hood release handle screws.
  2. Remove the knee bolster and the hood release handle.
  3. Remove the cable from the hood release handle.
  4. Remove the hood secondary latch. Refer to "Hood Secondary Latch"in this section.
  5. Remove the cable from the engine compartment.

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Installation Procedure

    Notice : Dissimilar metals in direct contact with each other may corrode rapidly. Make sure to use the correct fasteners to prevent premature corrosion.

  1. Install the cable through the engine compartment.
  2. Install the hood secondary latch. Refer to "Hood Secondary Latch" in this section.
  3. Install the cable to the hood release handle.
  4. Install the hood release handle and the knee bolster with the screw.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the hood release handle screw to 2 N•m (18 lb-in).


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Hood Insulation

Tools Required

KM-475-B Trim Remover

Removal Procedure

  1. Open the hood.
  2. Remove the washer hose from the hood.
  3. Remove the retaining clips using the trim remover KM-475-B.
  4. Remove the hood insulation.

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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the hood insulation with the retaining clips.
  2. Install the washer hose to the hood.
  3. Close the hood.

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Radiator Grille

Removal Procedure

  1. Open the hood.
  2. Remove the nuts and the radiator grille.

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Installation Procedure

    Notice : Dissimilar metals in direct contact with each other may corrode rapidly. Make sure to use the correct fasteners to prevent premature corrosion.

  1. Install the radiator grille with the nuts.

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the radiator grille nuts to 4.5 N•m (40 lb-in).

  2. Close the hood.

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Radiator Grille Guide

Removal Procedure

  1. Open the hood.
  2. Remove the clips and the radiator grille guide.

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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the radiator grille guide with the clips.
  2. Close the hood.

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Front Wheelhouse Liner

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
  2. Remove the front wheel. Refer to Section 2E, Tires and Wheels.
  3. Remove the front mud guard. Refer to Section 9M, Exterior Trim.
  4. Remove the engine front shield. Refer to "Engine Front Shield" in this section.
  5. Remove the screws and the front wheelhouse Liner.

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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the screws and the front wheelhouse liner.

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the front wheelhouse liner screws to 4 N•m (35 lb-in).

  2. Install the engine front shield. Refer to "Engine Front Shield" in this section.
  3. Install the front mud guard. Refer to Section 9M, Exterior Trim.
  4. Install the front wheel. Refer to Section 2E, Tires and Wheels.
  5. Lower the vehicle.

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Fender

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the front wheelhouse liner. Refer to "Front Wheelhouse Liner" in this section.
  2. Remove the bolts securing the front fascia to the fender.

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  3. Reposition the front fascia.
  4. Remove the fender bolts behind the front fascia.
  5. Remove the rocker panel molding. Refer to Section 9M, Exterior Trim.
  6. Remove the bolts at the base of the fender.

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  7. Open the front door and remove the bolt at the base of the A-pillar.

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  8. Remove the upper fender bolts and the fender.

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Installation Procedure

    Notice : Dissimilar metals in direct contact with each other may corrode rapidly. Make sure to use the correct fasteners to prevent premature corrosion.

  1. Install the fender with the upper fender bolts.

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the upper fender bolts to 10 N•m (89 lb-in).


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  2. Install the bolt at the base of the A-pillar.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the A-pillar fender bolt to 10 N•m (89 lb-in).


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  3. Install the bolts at the base of the fender.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the lower fender bolts to 10 N•m (89 lb-in).

  4. Install the rocker panel molding. Refer to Section 9M, Exterior Trim.
  5. Install the front fender bolts behind the front fascia.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the front fender bolts to 10 N•m (89 lb-in).


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  6. Install the front fascia to its original position.
  7. Install the bolts securing the front fascia to the fender.

    8. Tighten
    Tighten the front fascia-to-fender bolts to 2.5 N•m (22 lb-in).

  8. Install the front wheel well splash shield. Refer to "Front Wheel Well Splash Shield" in this section.

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Engine Front Shield

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
  2. Remove the front wheel. Refer to Section 2E, Tires and Wheels.
  3. Remove the nut and clips.
  4. Remove the engine front shield.

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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the engine front shield with the nut and clips.

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the engine front shield nut to 10 N•m (89 lb-in).

  2. Install the front wheel. Refer to Section 2E, Tires and Wheels.
  3. Lower the vehicle.

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Front Fender Insulator

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
  2. Remove the front wheel. Refer to Section 2E, Tires and Wheels.
  3. Remove the front wheelhouse liner. Refer to "Front Wheelhouse Liner" in this section.
  4. Remove the front fender insulator.

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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the front fender insulator.
  2. Install the front wheelhouse liner. Refer to "Front Wheelhouse Liner" in this section.
  3. Install the front wheel. Refer to Section 2E, Tires and Wheels.
  4. Lower the vehicle.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND SYSTEM OPERATION

Body Front End

This vehicle has a unitized body with a frame assembly supporting the engine and the transaxle. The fender panels and the radiator support are also integral parts of the body.


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