Kia Rio: Hood Replacement
Hood Assembly Replacement
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When removing and installing the hood, an assistant is
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Take care not to damaged the hood and body.
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After loosening the hood hinge (A) mounting bolts, and then remove
the hood (B).
Tighening torque :
21.6 ~ 26.5 N.m (2.2 ~ 2.7 kgf.m, 15.9 ~ 19.5 lb-ft)
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Installation is the reverse of removal.
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Make sure the hood opens properly and locks securely.
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Adjust the hood alignment.
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Hood Insulator Pad Replacement
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Using a clip remover, detach the clips, and remove the hood insulator
pad (A).
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Be careful not to scratch the hood panel.
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Installation is the reverse of removal.
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Replace any damaged clips.
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Hood Weatherstrip Replacement
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Remove the hood weatherstrip (A).
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Take care not to scratch the hood weatherstrip.
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Installation is the reverse of removal.
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Hood Release Handle Replacement
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After loosening the mounting screw, then remove the hood release
handle (A).

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Installation is the reverse of removal.
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Make sure the hood latch cable is connected properly.
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Make sure the hood locks securely.
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Hood Latch Replacement
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Remove the hood latch (A) mounting bolts.
Tighening torque :
7.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (0.8 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 5.8 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)
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Disconnect the hood latch connector (A).

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Disconnect the hood latch cable (B) and remove the hood latch
(A).

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Installation is the reverse of removal.
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Make sure the hood latch release cable is connected
properly.
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Make sure the hood locks/unlocks and opens/closes
properly.
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Adjust the latch alignment.
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When removing and installing the fender, an assistant
is necessary.
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Hood Adjustment
1.
After loosening the hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust the hood (B)
by moving it up or down, or right or left.
2.
Adjus ...
See also:
Rear Shock Absorber Inspection
1.
Check the components for damage or deformation.
2.
Compress and extend the piston and check that there is no abnormal
resistance or unus ...
Speakers Installation
Front Speaker
1.
Install the front speaker.
2.
Install the front door trim.
Rear Speaker
1.
Install the ...
Front Impact Sensor (FIS) Description
The front impact sensor (FIS) is installed in the front side member. They
are remote sensors that detect acceleration due to a collision at its mounting
location. The primary purpose of the F ...