DIY Series 92: Car's Bonnet Hinges Replacement

Car's Bonnet Hinges Replacement

Symptoms:

• Vibration noise at the driver side, especially driving during morning time.
• Suspect car's bonnet hinge joining part was loosened.

Photos:

• Gator Grip Universal Socket Wrench (before assemble)
• Gator Grip Universal Socket Wrench (after assemble)
• Follow the steps to dismantle 5 screws, remove old hinge (right side)
• Follow the steps to assemble 5 screws, install new hinge (right side)
• Bonnet hinge replacement completed

Tools:

• Gator Grip Universal Socket Wrench 

Costs Involved:

• Gator Grip Universal Socket Wrench: US$5
• Bonnet Hinge (right side): US$4 ~ US$5

Cost Saving:

• Previously sent to workshop for fixing of the left side hinge, was charged US$25 (US$13 for parts, US$12 for labour charges).