NOTE： Replace the hood lock control cable if it is bent or deformed.

1.Check that the secondary and the hood lock stay are securely engaged by the weight of the hood when letting the hood free fall from a height of approximately 100 mm (3.937 in).

2.Check that the front end of the hood rises by approximately 20 mm (0.787 in) when pulling the hood opener lever gently. Also check that the hood opener lever returns to the original position.

3.Check that the tension of hood opener lever is less than 49.0 N (5.0 kg, 11.02 lb).

4.Check that the hood striker and the hood lock are securely engaged by the weight of the hood when letting the hood free fall from a height of approximately 300 mm (11.811 in).
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Check that the hood locks LH/RH are engaged securely.

5.Check hood lock lubrication level. Apply multi-purpose grease or an equivalent if necessary.