Bonnet - removal, refitting and adjustment

Bodywork and fittings / Bonnet - removal, refitting and adjustment

Removal
1 Support the bonnet in its open position, and place some cardboard or rags beneath the corners by the hinges.

2 Mark the location of the hinges with a pencil then loosen the four retaining bolts.

3 With the help of an assistant, release the stay, remove the bolts, and withdraw the bonnet from the car.

Refitting and adjustment 4 Refitting is a reversal of removal, but adjust the hinges to their original positions and check that the bonnet is level with the surrounding bodywork. If necessary adjust the height of the bonnet front edge by screwing the rubber buffers in or out, and also adjust the bonnet lock if necessary with reference to Section 11.