Hood Flipped Up While Driving: What to Inspect for Damage and How to Prevent It
When a hood flies up while driving, the hinges, hinge towers, firewall, and secondary latch all need a close look. Here’s what to check and what can wait.
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How to Fix the Body Panel Behind a Headlight: Slide Hammer, Filler, and Access Tips
Tackling the dented area behind your headlight? Pull the assembly out first for real access, then work outside-in with a slide hammer before finishing with body filler kept to 1/8 inch max.