Hood Alignment: Inspection

2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION Inspection
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NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
  1. Inspect the hood-to-body dimensions.
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    All alignments 

  2. Remove the hood latch. Refer to: Hood Latch .

    Hood fore and aft, left and right alignments 

  3. Loosen the nuts enough to permit movement of the hood.
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  4. Adjust the hood as required.
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  5. Tighten the nuts.

    Torque

    : 177 lb.in (20 Nm)

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    Hood front up and down alignments 

  6. Adjust the bump stop rubbers.
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  7. Adjust the hood as required.
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    All alignments 

  8. Inspect the body-to-hood dimensions.
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  9. Install the removed components.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.