Toyota 53301-60250 Hood Sub-Assembly

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The hood is heavy and somewhat awkward to remove and install, so at least two people should perform this procedure. Begin by using blankets or pads to cover the cowl area of the body and fenders to protect the paint. Make marks or scribe a line around the hood hinge for proper alignment during installation. Disconnect any cables or wires that may interfere with removal. With an assistant supporting the hood, detach the hood support struts if equipped, and remove the hinge-to-hood nuts or bolts, marking around the hinge before lifting off the hood. Installation follows the reverse order of removal. For adjustment, fore-and-aft and side-to-side alignment of the hood can be achieved by moving the hinge plate slot after loosening the bolts or nuts. Scribe a line around the hinge plate to determine movement, then loosen the bolts or nuts and adjust the hood into the correct position, tightening the hinge bolts afterward to check the fit. If necessary, the entire hood latch assembly can be adjusted up-and-down and 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, reposition the latch assembly, and retighten the bolts, checking the fit afterward. Periodically lubricate the hood latch assembly and hinges with white lithium-base grease to prevent binding and wear.