Engine cover.
The engine cover (also known as the hood) is the most striking body component, and is one of the parts that car buyers often look at. The main requirements for the engine cover are heat insulation and sound insulation, light weight and strong rigidity. The engine cover is generally composed in structure, the middle clip is made of thermal insulation material, the inner plate plays a role in enhancing rigidity, and its geometry is selected by the manufacturer, basically the skeleton form. When the engine cover is opened, it is generally turned backward, and a small part is turned forward.
The engine cover turned backwards should be opened at a predetermined Angle, should not be in contact with the front windshield, and should have a minimum spacing of about 10 mm. In order to prevent self-opening due to vibration during driving, the front end of the engine cover should have a safety lock hook locking device, the locking device switch is set under the dashboard of the car, and the engine cover should be locked at the same time when the car door is locked.
Adjustment and installation
Removal of engine cover
Open the engine cover and cover the car with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the finish paint; Remove windshield washer nozzle and hose from engine cover; Mark the hinge position on the hood for easy installation later; Remove the fastening bolts of the engine cover and hinges, and prevent the engine cover from slipping off after the bolts are removed.
Installation and adjustment of engine cover
The engine cover shall be installed in the reverse order of removal. Before the fixing bolts of the engine cover and hinge are tightened, the engine cover can be adjusted from front to back, or the hinge gasket and buffer rubber can be adjusted up and down to make the gap match evenly.
Adjustment of engine cover lock control mechanism
Before adjusting the engine cover lock, the engine cover must be corrected properly, then loosen the fixing bolt, move the lock head back and forth, left and right, so that it is aligned with the lock seat, the front of the engine cover can also be adjusted by the height of the dovetail bolt of the lock head.
Repair of car cover pits
The repair methods mainly include the use of hot melt glue gun and suction cup, toothpaste, paint brush, and polishing and waxing.
Use a hot melt glue gun and suction cups: This method uses suction cups to adsorb the body, and restores the dented part to its original state through the principle of tension. The operation is relatively simple, suitable for owners to repair themselves.
Toothpaste repair: Suitable for small dents or scratches. Apply toothpaste and cola evenly to the damaged area and wipe it off with a clean cloth. But this method is only suitable for minor damage, not if the primer is exposed.
Paint pen repair: Suitable for scratches that do not reveal the primer. If the scratch area is large, it needs to be painted. When using the paint brush, you need to pay attention to the color and the uniformity of the smear to achieve a better repair effect.
Polishing and waxing treatment: suitable for slight scratching, can restore the gloss and flatness of the body. However, if the parts such as the door are deformed, you need to go to a professional repair shop for sheet metal treatment.
These methods have the scope of application and limitations, the owner can choose the appropriate repair method according to the specific situation of the pit and their own hands-on ability. For more serious depressions or deformation, it is recommended to seek the help of professional repair shops.
The engine compartment generally includes the engine, air filter, battery, engine exhaust system, throttle, water tank refill tank, relay box, brake booster pump, throttle cable, window glass cleaning fluid storage tank, brake fluid storage tank, fuse and so on.
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