Kia Forte: Hood / Hood Assembly
Components and components location
Repair procedures
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Be careful not to damage the hood and body.
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Removing or installing the hood requires an assistant.
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When removing the clips, use a clip remover.
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After loosening the hood hinge (B) mounting bolts, remove the hood assembly
(A).
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Tightening torque :
20.6 - 27.5 N·m (2.1 - 2.8 Kgf·m, 15.2 - 20.3 lb·ft)
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Make sure the hood locks / unlocks and opens / closes
properly.
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Adjust the hood alignment.
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Repair procedures
Adjustment
1.
After loosening the hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust the hood (B) by moving
it up and down or from side to side and tighten the bolt.
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Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Using a clip remover, remove the clips and then the hood insulator pad
(A).
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Other information:
Repair procedures
Removal and Installation
1.
Release the residual pressure in the fuel line.
(Refer the Fuel Delivery system - "Release Residual Pressure in Fuel
Line")
2.
Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery ...
Components and components location
Component Location
[4 Door]
1. Rear seat belt retractor [LH]
2. Rear seat belt retractor [RH]
[5 Door]
1. Rear seat belt retractor
Repair procedures
Replacement
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Hood
Hood Insulator Pad