Nissan Micra Front End Body Service - Hood, Grille & Bumper Torque Specs (BF-5)
Service manual page covering body end and door, front-end hood and bumper adjustments with torque-spec callouts.
This is page BF-5 from a Nissan factory service manual section titled "BODY END AND DOOR," covering front end body service. General precautions instruct placing padding on hood corners when removing/installing the hood or back door, referring to the CLIP & FASTENER section for clips, and applying sealing compound where necessary. Front End notes cover hood adjustment at the hinge portion, hood lock adjustment (adjust the striker to center in the lock and grease the engaging mechanism), a caution not to bend the hood opener cable, and warnings that the front grille and bumper fascia are plastic and must be kept away from excessive force and oil. An exploded diagram shows the hood, hood lock, hinges, front grille, and bumper fascia with torque specifications: 4.3-5.5 N·m (0.44-0.56 kg-m, 3.2-4.1 ft-lb) for the hood lock, 13-16 N·m (1.3-1.6 kg-m, 9-12 ft-lb) for hood hinges, and 5.1-6.5 N·m (0.52-0.66 kg-m, 3.8-4.8 ft-lb) for bumper mounting points. Bumper height H is specified as 486-547 mm (19.13-21.54 in) measured at curb weight with normal tire pressure on level ground, within 60 cm of vehicle center on both sides. Clip references CG101, CG201, C102, C103, CS102, CE104 appear on the diagram.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the torque spec for the hood hinge bolts?
- 13 - 16 N·m (1.3 - 1.6 kg-m, 9 - 12 ft-lb), adjusted at the hinge portion.
- What is the correct bumper height?
- Bumper height H is 486 - 547 mm (19.13 - 21.54 in), measured from the ground within 60 cm (23.6 in) of vehicle center on right and left sides, at curb weight with normal tire pressure on level ground.
- How do I adjust the hood lock?
- Adjust the striker so that it is in the center of the lock, then check hood lock control operation and apply a coat of grease to the hood lock engaging mechanism. Torque is 4.3 - 5.5 N·m (0.44 - 0.56 kg-m, 3.2 - 4.1 ft-lb).
- What torque is used for the bumper assembly mounting bolts and nuts?
- 5.1 - 6.5 N·m (0.52 - 0.66 kg-m, 3.8 - 4.8 ft-lb), marked with a star symbol on the diagram.
- Are there any cautions for the front grille and bumper fascia?
- Yes — both are made of plastic, so do not use excessive force and take care to keep oil away from them.
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