Kia Forte: Hood / Hood Assembly

Kia Forte 2019-2021 (BD) Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Hood / Hood Assembly

Components and components location

Component Location

1. Hood assembly

Repair procedures

Replacement

Be careful not to damage the hood and body.

•	Removing or installing the hood requires an assistant.

•	When removing the clips, use a clip remover.

After loosening the hood hinge (B) mounting bolts, remove the hood assembly (A).

Tightening torque :

20.6 - 27.5 N·m (2.1 - 2.8 Kgf·m, 15.2 - 20.3 lb·ft)

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

•	Make sure the hood locks / unlocks and opens / closes properly.

•	Adjust the hood alignment.

Hood

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. ...

Hood Insulator Pad

Repair procedures Replacement 1. Using a clip remover, remove the clips and then the hood insulator pad (A). ...

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