How to Install 2010 to 2020 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner TRD Hood With Hood Scoop
Would you like to swap your 2010 to 2018 Toyota 4Runner 5th Generation hood with a TRD pro hood? See how to remove your original 4Runner hood and install a new 4Runner TRD pro hood with a hood scoop.
You'll need:
Flathead screwdriver
Socket wrench
12mm socket
8mm socket
Panel clip pliers
Hood conversion kit
1. Insert the black piece cover piece in the scoop. Snap it in.
2. Flip the scoop and clean the back part with water or alcohol.
3. Apply the foam liner on the sides of the scoop.
4. Place the four rubber spacers on the threaded stud.
5. Snap the hood scoop into the hood.
6. Underneath the hood, use your 8mm socket to secure the nuts.
7. Remove the existing hood. Start off by removing the windshield water line and nozzles from the hood. Use a flathead screwdriver to pry out the prongs.
8. When the hose is removed, remove the clip found on the passenger side.
9. Loosen the metal clip securing the ball joint in place. Just wedge it in there and twist it out.
10. Have someone assist you while you remove the hood, start by removing the hood bolts. Remember to remove only the hood bolts and not the hood hinge. When one side is removed, it puts pressure on the other side, so make sure that you have someone to help you at this stage of the removal process.
11. Remove the hood.
12. Remove the accessories found underneath the old hood.
13. On the new hood, insert the nozzles.
14. Install the new hood. Secure the hood bolts first by hand to stabilize the hood.
15. Snap on the hydraulic strut.
16. Tighten the bolts as securely as possible using a 12mm socket wrench.
17. Reconnect the water hose to the spray nozzles.
18. Gently close the hood and make sure that the body lines are even.
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