Hood Bounce at high speeds

[DRKKNITE]

Yeah I def notice this on my 2024 Ecoboost premium. Gonna see if they can adjust it when I take it for its first oil change this weekend. It freaks me out… sitting much lower to the hood than I did in my 2011 explorer, I notice it all the time and constantly am wondering if the hood is latched all the way even though I know it is..

I'm confident they will fix it. Mine still moves a bit and my buddy noticed it but agreed it was way better.

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[10basscat]

This is an easy fix…mine had the same problem. Just adjust the 2 rubber stops under the hood. Mine is completely gone now. No need to take it to the dealer. Good luck!

 

[Notavette]

I have adjusted the rubber stops many time and still think the hood moves too much. It’s distracting. Has anyone installed a set of Quick Latches ?

https://q-latch.com/product2.html

 

[RLE55]

I have adjusted the rubber stops many time and still think the hood moves too much. It’s distracting. Has anyone installed a set of Quick Latches ?

https://q-latch.com/product2.html

Yes, they're added assurance the hood won't go flying up at high speeds. IMO best latches are the AEROCATCH brand.

 

[Notavette]

Yes, they're added assurance the hood won't go flying up at high speeds. OMO best latches are the AEROCATCH brand.

Do you think they would reduce the hood flutter?

 

[Sofa King]

I have adjusted the rubber stops many time and still think the hood moves too much. It’s distracting. Has anyone installed a set of Quick Latches ?

https://q-latch.com/product2.html

Do you think they would reduce the hood flutter?

If adjusting the stops doesn't do it, next is adjusting the hood latch... most hood pins are insurance that the hood won't come open... I would not expect them to "tighten" things up... the latch will. I had to do that on my S550.

 

[RLE55]

most hood pins are insurance that the hood won't come open... I would not expect them to "tighten" things up... the latch will. I had to do that on my S550.

Agree.........

 

[Hadelson]

Picked up the car Tuesday and noticed this right away. Had a chance to adjust the rubber stops today using a small ruler. Took any of the slack out. Will check it on next drive.

 

[DarkkMatter]

This might be a foolish question, but the other day after I was checking up under the hood, I went to shut it and thought it shut too easily. I would assume some warning would popup if not shut.

Is it normal for the hood to be able to be pushed down and see it move a bit? It looks flush, but still does it. Asking b/c my truck and the mercedes hoods require more force. Don't want to break something slamming it lol.

 

[AZ_Ryan]

This might be a foolish question, but the other day after I was checking up under the hood, I went to shut it and thought it shut too easily. I would assume some warning would popup if not shut.

Is it normal for the hood to be able to be pushed down and see it move a bit? It looks flush, but still does it. Asking b/c my truck and the mercedes hoods require more force. Don't want to break something slamming it lol.

Sounds like you need to adjust the stops.

 

[Dark Sprite]

I had my hood alignment done today at Ford, as it was lower where the passenger side edge met the fender and I was seeing some hood vibration at high speed. I now think it’s got more wobble after the alignment and a different rattle/buzz has appeared where the dash meets the windscreen - is it even possible those two things are connected

 

[AZ_Ryan]

I had my hood alignment done today at Ford, as it was lower where the passenger side edge met the fender and I was seeing some hood vibration at high speed. I now think it’s got more wobble after the alignment and a different rattle/buzz has appeared where the dash meets the windscreen - is it even possible those two things are connected

I wouldn't let the monkeys at a dealer adjust my shoe laces let alone my hood. Your post is exactly why.

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