Section 01-02: Body Panels, Front End
1996 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-Super Duty and Bronco Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Hood

Removal

  1. Remove the two bolts from hood support rod (16826).

  1. Remove bolts from hood hinge (16796).

  1. With an assistant, lift hood (16612) off hood hinges.

  1. If replacing hood, transfer the hood latch (16700) and ornaments to the new hood.

 

Installation

  1. Follow removal procedures in reverse order.

  1. Adjust the hood for a proper fit by shifting the hood on the hood hinges. Tighten the hinge bolts.

  1. Adjust hood latch for proper alignment. Refer to the adjustment procedure for hood latch in this section.