Ford Ecosport: Front End Body Panels / Removal and Installation - Hood

Ford Ecosport 2014-2026 Service and Repair Manual / Body and Paint / Front End Body Panels / Removal and Installation - Hood

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
1. Remove the retainers and the hood insulation.
1. Pull up and remove the hood insulation.

1. Detach the windshield washer hose coupling.
1. Detach the retainers and position the windshield washer hose from the hood.

On both sides.
Index-mark the hood hinge location to aid in hood installation.

NOTE: An assistant is necessary for the support and removal of the hood.
Remove the nuts and the hood.
Torque: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)

NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Remove the retainers and the hood pad assembly.

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Check the hood alignment. Align the hood as necessary.
Refer to: Hood Alignment (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).

Removal and Installation - Fender

Removal NOTE: LH shown, RH similar. NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. Remove the fender splash shield...

Body Closures

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