Ford Escape: Front End Body Panels / Removal and Installation - Hood
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the retainers and the hood insulation.
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Detach the windshield washer hose coupling.
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Detach the retainers and position aside the windshield washer hose from the hood.
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On both sides.
Index-mark the hood hinge location to aid in hood installation.
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NOTE:
An assistant is necessary for the support and removal of the hood.
Remove the nuts and the hood.
Torque:
97 lb.in (11 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Check the hood alignment. Align the hood as necessary.
Refer to: Hood Alignment (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
Repower
WARNING:
Incorrect repair techniques or actions can cause an
accidental Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) deployment. Never
compromise or depart from these instructions. Failure to precisely
follow all instructions could result in serious personal injury from an
accidental deployment.
NOTE:
The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the veh..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Punch
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left-hand) side shown, RH (right-hand) side similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the aft rear door upper moulding.
Refer to: Rear Door Upper Moulding (501-08 Exterior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
Remove the upper inter..