What are the step-by-step instructions for removing and installing hood on Lexus ES300?

For hood removal, start by placing protective blankets over the fenders and cowl area. Disconnect interfering cables or wires, and detach windshield washer tubing from the hood's nozzles. Mark the hood hinge for alignment, then have an assistant support the hood's weight and, in Avalon models, remove support struts. Unbolt the hinge-to-hood bolts and lift the hood off. For installation, align the hinge bolts with the marked positions. To adjust the hood, shift its position fore-and-aft or side-to-side by moving the hinge plate slot after loosening bolts or nuts; mark around the hinge plate to gauge movement, and tighten bolts after adjusting. Hood latch assembly can also be adjusted up and down and side-to-side on the radiator support after installation for secure and flush closure. Adjust hood bumpers on the radiator support to ensure flush closure, and periodically lubricate the hood latch assembly and hinges with white, lithium-base grease to prevent wear and binding.

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Lexus ES300 Hood Sub-Assembly
Part Number: 53301-33090
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Product Specifications
- Replaced by: 53301-33091
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2003 Lexus ES300 | 6 Cyl 3.0L, 6 Cyl 3.3L | 1MZFE, 3MZFE; MCV30L-BEAGKA, MCV31L-BEAGKA
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Lexus ES300 Hood Sub-Assembly
Part Number: 53301-33091
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Hood
- Replaces: 53301-33090
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2003 Lexus ES300 | 6 Cyl 3.0L, 6 Cyl 3.3L | 1MZFE, 3MZFE; MCV30L-BEAGKA, 3MZFE; MCV31L-BEAGKA, MCV31L-BEAGKA
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Lexus ES300 Hood Sub-Assembly
Part Number: 53301-33901
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Hood
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1996 Lexus ES300 | 6 Cyl 3.0L | 1MZFE, 3VZFE; MCV10L-BTPGKA, MCV10L-BTPGKK, VCV10L-BTMGKA, VCV10L-BTMGKK, VCV10L-BTPGKA, VCV10L-BTPGKK
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Lexus ES300 Hood Sub-Assembly
Part Number: 53301-33040
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Hood
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-2001 Lexus ES300 | 6 Cyl 3.0L | 1MZFE; MCV20L-BTPGKA, MCV20L-BTPGKK

Lexus ES300 Hood

The Lexus ES300 Hood protects the engine bay from rain, dirt, and debris from the road and allows drivers to easily raise it for routine checks. Crafted from strong steel, lightweight aluminum, or weight-saving fiberglass, the Hood's sleek contour allows airflow to be finished off in one smooth curve that both cuts drag and helps the ES300 in its daily efficiency, as well as upholds the signature Lexus look. Over the course of different production years, owners have witnessed two main variations of the Hood, the traditional steel Hood that provides a maximum level of durability and the fiberglass Hood that cuts several pounds for sharper fuel economy and easy manual lifting. Both designs are identical in engineered crumple zones that fold in a frontal hit to absorb energy before reaching the cabin, and both Hoods usually come either primer coated for custom paint or as gelcoat finish ready to mount on your specific ES300 while still maintaining trusted Lexus quality. By demanding precise fit of the models, Lexus purists ensure panel gaps remain tight, latches engage securely, and that the overall style of the ES300 looks factory fresh.

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Q: What are the step-by-step instructions for removing and installing hood on Lexus ES300?
A:
For hood removal, start by placing protective blankets over the Fenders and cowl area. Disconnect interfering cables or wires, and detach windshield washer tubing from the hood's nozzles. Mark the Hood Hinge for alignment, then have an assistant support the hood's weight and, in Avalon models, remove support struts. Unbolt the hinge-to-hood bolts and lift the hood off. For installation, align the hinge bolts with the marked positions. To adjust the hood, shift its position fore-and-aft or side-to-side by moving the hinge plate slot after loosening bolts or nuts; mark around the hinge plate to gauge movement, and tighten bolts after adjusting. Hood Latch assembly can also be adjusted up and down and side-to-side on the radiator support after installation for secure and flush closure. Adjust hood bumpers on the radiator support to ensure flush closure, and periodically lubricate the hood latch assembly and hinges with white, lithium-base grease to prevent wear and binding.