Kia Picanto (JA): Hood / Hood Assembly

Kia Picanto (JA) 2017-2026 Service & Repair Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Hood / Hood Assembly

Components and components location

Component Location

1. Hood assembly

Repair procedures

Replacement

Be careful not to damage the hood and body.

•	Work in a group of two when removing and installing the hood.

•	Use a clip remover to remove clips.

Remove the hood assembly (A) after loosening the hood hinge mounting bolts.

Tightening torque :

21.6 - 26.5 N·m (2.2 - 2.7 kgf·m, 15.9 - 19.5 lb·ft)

Install in the reverse order of removal.

•	Make sure the hood locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.

•	Adjust the hood alignment.

❮Hood

Repair procedures Adjustment 1. After loosening the hinge (A) mounting bolts, adjust the hood (B) by moving it up and down, or right and left. 2.

Hood Weatherstrip❯

Repair procedures Replacement 1. Remove the hood weatherstrip (A). Be careful not to damage the hood and body. 2. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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