Toyota 53301-42120 Hood Sub-Assembly

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The hood is somewhat awkward to remove and install, so at least two people should perform this procedure. Begin by opening the hood and placing blankets or pads over the fenders and cowl area to protect the body and paint during removal. Disconnect any cables or wires that may interfere, including the windshield washer tubing from the nozzles on the hood. Make marks around the hood hinge to ensure proper alignment during reinstallation. With an assistant supporting one side, take turns removing the hinge-to-hood bolts and lift off the hood. For installation, align the hinge bolts with the previously made marks. Fore-and-aft and side-to-side adjustments can be made by moving the hinge plate slot after loosening the bolts or nuts; however, factory bolts are centering types that do not allow adjustment, so they must be replaced with standard bolts and washers. Mark around the hinge plate to track movement, then loosen the bolts and adjust the hood into the correct alignment, tightening the hinge bolts afterward. If necessary, the entire hood latch assembly can be adjusted up and down or side to side on the radiator support to ensure the hood closes securely and flush with the fenders. Mark around the hood latch mounting bolts for reference, loosen them, and reposition the latch assembly as needed before retightening. Finally, adjust the hood bumpers on the radiator support to ensure the hood is flush with the fenders when closed, turning each edge cushion clockwise to lower or counterclockwise to raise the hood. Periodically lubricate the hood latch assembly and hinges with white lithium-based grease to prevent binding and wear.