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41 61... Checking Hinge For Engine Compartment Lid (For Vehicles With Active Pedestrian Protection System)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Open and close hinge (1).

Place hinge (1) on a level surface.

Check holes (2) for dimensional accuracy relative to support.

Dimension a=32 mm

Measurement b = 30 mm

Test result Solution
Hinge is stiff Replace hinge
Faulty dimensional accuracy Replace hinge
Fig 1: Identifying Hinge Level Surface
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