Ford Fusion: Front End Body Panels / Hood. Removal and Installation

Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Service Manual / Body and Paint / Body and Paint / Front End Body Panels / Hood. Removal and Installation

Removal

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

Open hood.

Ford Fusion. Hood. Removal and Installation

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

NOTE: An assistant is necessary for the support and removal of the hood.
Remove the nuts and the hood.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Remove the pin-type retainers and the hood insulation.

NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Remove the pin-type retainers and the hood pad assembly.

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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

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Parallel Parking

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