Lexus NX: Adjustment

(a) Adjust the hood position.

(1) Loosen the 4 hinge bolts on the hood and adjust the hood position.

(2) Move the hood and adjust the clearance between the hood and front fender.

(3) Tighten the 4 hinge bolts on the hood after the adjustment.

Torque:

13 N·m {133 kgf·cm, 9.6 ft·lbf}

(b) Adjust the cushion rubber so that the hood and fender are aligned.

HINT:

Raise or lower the front end of the hood by turning the cushion rubber.

(c) Adjust the hood lock.

(1) Loosen the 3 bolts.

(2) Adjust the hood lock position so that the striker can enter it smoothly.

(3) Tighten the 3 bolts after the adjustment.

Torque:

8.0 N·m {82 kgf·cm, 71 in·lbf}