Cowl Cover Replacement
NOTE: Take cake not to scratch the body.
  1. Turn on the wiper switch, and move the windshield wiper arms 90 °.
  1. Remove the center cowl cover (A).
    -1.
    Remove the hood rear seal (B) by pulling it out.
    -2.
    Remove the clips (C).
    -3.
    Release two front hooks (D) from the edge of the under-cowl panel (E).
    -4.
    Detach the clips (F) by carefully pulling the cover upward, then remove the cover by releasing the hooks (G). Take care not to scratch the body.
  1. Disconnect the windshield washer tubes (H).
  1. Remove these items:
  1. Detach the clips by carefully pulling the side cowl cover (A) up, then remove the cover by releasing the hooks (B) from the front fender. Take care not to scratch the body. Repeat this step for the other side cowl cover.
  1. Install the cover in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones.
    • Make sure the washer tube is connected securely.
    • Push the clip portions into place securely.