Daewoo Matiz (2003 year). Manual - part 282

9R – 2  BODY FRONT END

DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

BODY FRONT END

This vehicle has a unitized body with a frame assembly
supporting the engine and the transaxle. The fender
panels and the radiator support are also integral parts of
the body.

BODY FRONT END  9R – 3

REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS

ON–VEHICLE SERVICE

D109C517

LUBRICATION

The hood hinges and the locking mechanisms require
periodic lubrication for proper operation. Refer to Sec-
tion 0B, General Information for the specific types and
intervals of lubrication.

D109C518

FASTENERS

Notice: Dissimilar metals in direct contact with each
other may corrode rapidly. Make sure to use the correct
fasteners to prevent premature corrosion.

Many aluminum components are used on current models.
Aluminum in contact with steel may corrode rapidly if it is
not protected by special finishes or isolators.
The fasteners used have a special finish which provides
adequate protection from corrosion. These special fas-
teners differ in color in order to easily identify them from
the standard metric fasteners, which are medium blue in
color.
When replacing fasteners, avoid substituting otherwise
similar fasteners in the same location.

D109C519

ANTICORROSION MATERIALS

In order to provide rust resistance, anticorrosion materi-
als have been applied to the interior surfaces of most
of the metal panels. When you service these panels,
properly re-coat them with a service-type anticorrosion
material if any of the original material has been dis-
turbed.

9R – 4  BODY FRONT END

D109C520

FRONT END SEALING

All locations where waterleaks may occur are sealed
during production with high quality, durable sealers. If it
becomes necessary to reseal specific areas, use a high
quality sealer of medium-bodied consistency which will
retain its flexible characteristics after curing and can be
painted if necessary.

D109C521

COWL VENT GRILLE

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the wiper arm assembly. Refer to Section

9D, Wiper/Washer Systems.

2. Remove the cowl vent grille screws and the clips.

D

Remove the screws after removing the upper cap
(1).

D

Remove the lower retaining plastic clips (2).

D

Close the hood.

D

Lift up the cowl vent grille (3).

D19C522A

3. Remove the cowl vent grille.

D

Disconnect the front washer hose connector.

D

Remove the cowl vent grille.

a. Cowl vent grille.

b. Front washer hose connector.

D19C522A

Installation Procedure

1. Connect the front washer hose connector.

BODY FRONT END  9R – 5

D109C523

2. Install the cowl vent grille with the screws and the

clips.

3. Install the wiper arm assembly. Refer to Section 9D,

Wiper/Washer Systems.

D109C524

HOOD

Removal Procedure

Important:  Install the protective coverings over the
fenders and the windshield in order to prevent damage
to the paint, the glass and the moldings when you are
removing and installing the hood.

1. Raise and support the hood.

2. Remove the hood.

D

Remove the bolts (1).

D

Remove the hood (2).

D109C525

Installation Procedure

Notice:  Dissimilar metals in direct contact with each
other may corrode rapidly. Make sure to use the correct
fasteners to prevent premature corrosion.

1. Install the hood with the bolts.

2. Inspect the hood for proper alignment.

D109C526

HOOD HINGE

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the hood. Refer to “Hood” in this section.

2. Take off the cowl vent grille.

D

Remove the screws after removing the upper caps
(1).

D

Remove the retaining screw on the cowl vent grille
(2).

D

Take off the cowl vent grill (3).